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Suffolk, Kelsale -
Now settled into its lovely new space just across the yard from its original premises on Maple Farm, this always-busy café has big plans for the future. Chef Alice Norman (ex-Clipstone in London) still wows with her 'divine' crullers (flighty, fresh-fried choux-pastry doughnuts) and there is a lot of love for the choux au craquelin, filled to bursting with sweet-savoury custard made with local St Jude cheese. Gelati are served in hand-made spelt cones, and the self-styled ‘no fuss, no cutlery’ approach also extends to seasonal Roman-style pizzas by the slice. The coffee is excellent, but don't miss the seltzers or the blackcurrant shrub.
VENUE DETAILS
Maple Farm, East Green
Kelsale
Suffolk
IP17 2PL
OTHER INFORMATION
Wheelchair access, Parking, Electric car charging, Family friendly, Dog friendly, Credit card required, No reservations
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