TV chef's fine dining experience for food festival

Chris Coubrough - who is the star of ITV's Coastal Kitchens and owner of The Crown Hotel, Wells Next the Sea and The Crown Inn, East Rudham - and The Hotel School at City College Norwich, join an array of businesses that are to form a programme of events during the Bidwells Norwich & Norfolk Food Festival. After holding a master class at the School, where he will pass down his trade secrets, Chris will work alongside the students to put on a delectable three course menu at the School's Debut Restaurant, which will be open to the public to enjoy for just £19.95. With the combination of Chris's proven experience, strong leadership skills and expectation of high standards, together with the creativity, diligence and flair of The Hotel School's students, the evening promises to provide the very best in modern British cuisine. Steve Thorpe, Head of The Hotel School and a Master Chef of Great Britain, said: "It is a pleasure to have Chris on board and a unique opportunity for the students to work with another experienced Chef, who they admire and can learn new skills from. "We are putting a real emphasis on locally sourced products and healthy eating to create a fine dining experience that will run alongside the values of the Norfolk & Norwich Food Festival." The event will take place on Thursday 9th October. Bookings can be made by contacting 01603 773227.