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what's new in Norwich

There's always something new in and around Norwich. Here's a selection of current stories and events to give you a flavour of what's going on.

You can read our older news stories in our News Archive.
Spice it up with a taste of India at Chapelfield - Norwich’s Only All-day Indian Buffet Opens   (09/12/2008)
A brand new restaurant opens at Chapelfield in Norwich this week: ‘Masala’, offering tasty authentic Bangladeshi Indian cuisine. Featuring Norwich’s first and only all-day Indian buffet, Masala’s extensive menu boasts a range of dishes from the Bangladesh region of India; all prepared by specialist chefs using traditional culinary techniques. The all you can eat buffet features an impressive 18 different dishes; and other dining choices include special ‘meal deal’ options. The dining styles are designed to meet any foodie need, from a quick mid-week lunch to a leisurely dinner with friends.

An opening offer is running for a limited time, from 10th December until Friday 19th December (excluding Saturday and Sunday) where for every full priced buffet or meal deal purchased a second is offered at half price.

Mr Ahmed, owner and manager of Masala said: “We are delighted to be located in the heart of the city centre at Chapelfield. We believe our choice of dishes, the calibre of service and authenticity in the preparation and presentation of our menu is what people will remember us for and come back to enjoy time and time again.”

Sheridan Smith, marketing manager at Chapelfield said: “Masala is unlike any other restaurant at Chapelfield and is an exciting addition to the already impressive range of dining choices available to people in Norwich.”

Masala is located on Chapelfield’s Dining Terrace (Level 1). Parties of any size and for any occasion can be catered for.

For more information please visit www.chapelfield.co.uk


Celebrate the launch of The Tales of Beedle the Bard at Borders in Norwich   (01/12/2008)
On the strike of midnight on Wednesday 3rd December ‘The Tales of Beedle the Bard’ by J.K.Rowling will be launched at BORDERS at Chapelfield in Norwich. To celebrate a magical evening of events will be taking place in store all night from 8pm.

'You've never heard of The Tales of Beedle the Bard?' said Ron incredulously. 'You're kidding, right?' (From Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.) The Tales of Beedle the Bard is the first new book from J. K. Rowling since the publication of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. As fans will know this book played a crucial role in assisting Harry, with his friends Ron and Hermione, to finally defeat Lord Voldemort and this is the first opportunity to read the tales in full.

Steve Tattam, General Manager of the Norwich store, said: ‘Fans who are missing the Harry Potter books can relive the excitment with The Tales of Beedle the Bard. Our launch party will have plenty of story telling and wizardry to entertain muggles of all ages in the build up to the midnight release.’

Activities to thrill and delight the muggles in your family on the night of the book launch will include: face painting, treasure hunts, the Potter quiz to end all Potter quizes – so come along and join in the fun. We’ll also have an in-store Bard and live music from ‘The Weird Sisters.’ Drink spooky Starbucks potions and if you’re game you can be a human chess-piece in Slytherins and Griffyndors...

Anyone who pre-orders a copy of Beedle the Bard from BORDERS NORWICH for just £4.99 will also receive two great children’s titles free: The Amulet of Samarkand by Johnathan Stroud and Vampirates: Demons of the Ocean.

FOR MORE DETAILS OF BORDERS NORWICH LAUNCH PARTY PLEASE CONTACT
Megan Dunn - mdunn@borders.co.uk - 01603 664 538

Santa arrives in style   (01/12/2008)
Santa Claus arrived at Jarrolds on Sunday in magnificent fashion - riding pillion on a Harley- Davidson kindly loaned by Harley- Davidson Norwich. A procession led by Santa and Hansel and Gretel left the Forum at 11am and arrived at Jarrolds in London Street to be greeted by large crowd, a troop of dancing Penguins, Santa's Elves and Magical EDD.

Santa is now in his Gingerbread House on flooor 3 every day from 10.00 (10.30 on Sundays) until 24th December. Tickets to see Santa are £3 to include a gift.

Best of Norwich showcased in cultural capital   (01/12/2008)
A team of creative young people who are passionate about Norwich are showcasing the city on the national stage at an event in the Capital of Culture.

After months of exploring what makes Norwich tick through multi-media projects focusing on its heritage and culture, they have descended on Liverpool to get their voices heard at the culmination of Portrait of a Nation – the biggest youth project of its kind.

Influential US politician Jesse Jackson is among those joining more than 500 young people from across the UK for the spectacular two-day event.

A team of 14 ‘reporters’ who have taken part in Norwich ID – the city’s own Portrait of a Nation initiative – are attending the finale, where their creations have come together to form Norwich IS...

Some pulled off a coup by grabbing an interview with actor, author and TV presenter Stephen Fry during a book signing in Norwich at the weekend.

They found themselves in illustrious company again yesterday (Monday 1 December) after being paid a visit at the event by Culture Secretary, Andy Burnha