Eastern Daily Press • 25/08/2021

18-hour ramen is the star at hidden gem city Japanese restaurant

If I had to rank my favourite city restaurants, Soyokaze would be well up there.

Eastern Daily Press • 10/04/2021

New Turkish takeaway which cooks over coals shows how kebabs should be done

It felt like a risky decision ordering from a kebab shop for a review.

Eastern Daily Press • 05/12/2020

What did our reviewer make of popular fine Indian dining restaurant?

Plenty of us have a roster of our favourite places to eat - a go-to quick bite after work, or a trusted Italian restaurant ideal for a special occasion.

Eastern Daily Press • 03/10/2020

‘Clever dishes with big flavours’ - our reviewer’s take on city restaurant

There are certain restaurants which quickly build social media momentum.

Eastern Daily Press • 17/08/2020

‘Perfect spot for a lazy summer lunch’ - our reviewer’s take on a pub by the coast

During a getaway to the north Norfolk coast, Lauren Cope visited an award-winning pub and restaurant for a lazy lunch in the summer sunshine.

Eastern Daily Press • 10/10/2019

What did our reviewer make of the city's longest-running Japanese restaurant?

It's a mainstay of the city, having recently celebrated 15 years in Norwich. Lauren Cope visited Japanese restaurant Shiki.

Eastern Daily Press • 28/08/2019

Review: It reopened earlier this year - but what is this hotel's new themed menu like?

Living in east Norwich, a stone's throw from the Broads, Lowestoft rarely makes it onto the day trip list.

Eastern Daily Press • 04/07/2019

Review: It's Norfolk's newest steakhouse - but what is it like?

The sister restaurant to a city centre eatery, Steak in the Stix is Norfolk's newest steakhouse. Lauren Cope put it through its paces.

Eastern Daily Press • 06/06/2019

What our reviewer thought of Norwich's new sherry and tapas bar

On the corner of the lively St Benendicts Street, Drake's bar blends sherry and tapas to bring Spanish flavours to the Lanes. Lauren Cope tried it out.

Eastern Daily Press • 18/03/2019

‘Classic in both style and substance’ - our reviewer’s take on a grade II listed hotel near Norwich

On a crisp Sunday morning, a leisurely walk seems like a good idea. A roast dinner afterwards sounds even better.

Norwich Evening News • 09/01/2019

‘A delight of a discovery’ - the Norwich pub where the food is worth travelling for

But when a colleague - repeatedly - raved about its food and drink, its appeal grew. A quick glance at its mouth-watering sample menu, filled with short rib, chicken shish and maple-glazed ham, and I was sold. It was time for a trip to Earlham.

Norwich Evening News • 20/11/2018

It is Norwich’s smallest pub - but what is its food like?

It is said to be the smallest pub in Norwich, known in equal measure for its Thai food and good beer. Lauren Cope visited the Vine Thai.

Norwich Evening News • 12/10/2018

The Ship Inn, South Walsham, food review: Pub classics and creative choices in cosy village pub

There are few ways to better mark the first day of autumn than a Saturday night in a cosy pub.

Eastern Daily Press • 04/07/2018

It's the oldest Thai restaurant in Norwich - but how does its food shape up?

It’s the oldest Thai restaurant in Norwich, with more than three decades of history. Lauren Cope went to try Thailand, a hidden gem sitting right by the ring road.

Heaven Magazine • 25/11/2017

The Savoy review: 48 hours in the lap of luxury

Location, reviews – and price. We all have boxes to tick when booking a break, and, for me, how much I’ll wince when clicking ‘book now’ is well up there.

Eastern Daily Press • 22/02/2017

'I'd nestle back into its cosy corners for a special occasion' - review of Bishop's in Norwich

Lauren Cope talks about a fine dining experience in Norwich city centre.

Eastern Daily Press • 03/09/2016

Travel review: Enjoy a taste of luxury in stunning tree houses

Sprawling out in deep woodland, fit with mod-cons and luxury touches, four palatial tree houses have been recently unveiled by a Suffolk holiday park. Tourism correspondent LAUREN COPE put one through its paces.

Eastern Daily Press • 29/07/2016

The Diner: Intimate set-up and tacos you’ll go back for at Asian street food restaurant in Norwich

Inspired by the night markets of Asia and food trucks of America, the demand for street food here at home has rocketed in recent years.