The inaugural Norwich Food Week starts tomorrow, involving more than 50 restaurants, cafés, bars and venues. Some of those involved explain how it promises to be a feast for everyone
Norwich’s vibrant food scene takes centre stage from tomorrow with the start of Norwich Food Week; a brand-new, city-wide celebration of the talent, ambition and diversity that defines local hospitality. Norwich Food Week seeks to position the city as a place where everyday indulgence is accessible, social, and rooted in local creativity. Organised by Norwich Business Improvement District (BID), the 10-day event will run from 27 February to 8 March, bringing together more than 50 restaurants, cafés, bars and venues to showcase some of the best food Norwich has to offer.
With specially created menus and offers priced between £5 and £35, Norwich Food Week invites residents and visitors alike to explore the city’s culinary landscape, try somewhere new, and enjoy high-quality food without needing a special occasion to celebrate – from authentic Italian pizza and relaxed neighbourhood favourites to refined plates from award-winning kitchens.
Norwich Food Week becomes the third food-and-drink-focused event delivered by Norwich BID, joining Norwich Wine Week in June and Norwich Cocktail Week in September/October. Together, the trio reflects a city celebrating its food culture and inviting people to discover it in new ways.
Designed to encourage exploration and support local hospitality, Norwich Food Week will feature exclusive menus, discounts and one-off experiences at venues including Benedicts, Grosvenor Fish Bar, Saporita, The Last Wine Bar & Restaurant, The Maids Head Hotel, The Bodega, Tallow, and Slice + Dice, among many others.
Richard Bainbridge, Owner and Chef Patron of Benedicts, says: “Norwich really is a foodie city, with an exceptional depth and diversity of culinary talent here. Norwich Food Week gives us the chance to come together and celebrate that, and for diners to explore new flavours and experiences at a range of different venues.”
George Wood, Head Chef at Brix & Bones, says: “Norwich is a real community in terms of the hospitality industry, and the independent scene here is really good. I think all of us coming together for a week like this is important.”
Tom Bates, Marketing Manager at Norwich Business Improvement District (BID), adds: “Norwich Food Week celebrates the depth, creativity and quality of the city’s food scene, making it as accessible as possible for everyone to get involved.”
Whether it’s a midweek treat, a family meal or a long-overdue night out with friends, Norwich Food Week offers plenty of reasons to try somewhere new – or fall back in love with a favourite.
Norwich Food Week is supported by the free Norwich Food & Drink Weeks app, which brings Food Week, Wine Week and Cocktail Week together in one place.
Through the app, users can: browse participating venues and offers; discover new places to eat and drink; unlock exclusive discounts; collect digital stamps and enter prize draws.
Norwich Food Week takes place from 27 February to 8 March 2026. During Norwich Food Week, diners who collect three digital stamps by visiting participating venues can enter a prize draw to win a range of Food Week rewards. How it works: download the Norwich Food & Drink Weeks app via the Apple App Store or Google Play; browse Food Week offers and book ahead where required; check in at participating venues to redeem offers; and collect three stamps between 27 February and 8 March to enter the prize draw. Visit norwichfoodweek.co.uk and follow on Instagram.
Featured image of Richard Bainbridge, Owner and Chef Patron of Benedicts – supplied
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