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NORWICH RESTAURANT CELEBRATES 28TH BIRTHDAY

23rd Apr 2018
Head chef Iain McCarten partner Ecky Limon manager Emma Swatman and partner James Sawrey Cookson toast the Last Wine Bars 28th birthday sm

A Norwich restaurant which has become a city institution is celebrating its 28th birthday – making it one of the longest-standing eateries in the city.

The Last Wine Bar and Restaurant, in St George’s Street, opened its doors on 23rd April 1990 (appropriately enough, St George’s Day). 

Situated in a former Victorian shoe factory (hence the name – it refers to shoe ‘lasts’, used in the manufacturing process), the Last is still owned and run by founder James Sawrey-Cookson, along with his stepson Ecky Limon.

“In the fickle world of restaurants, we are proud of reaching another birthday – 28 years is a long time indeed in this business,” said Mr Sawrey-Cookson.  “Over that period The Last has become an irreplaceable part of the city’s food and drink scene – it’s fair to say it is now a Norwich institution.

“Over those 28 years, we have tried to keep the same ethos: great food, an eclectic and interesting wine list, and above all a warm personal welcome and a distinctive atmosphere.  We are extremely fortunate to have won a large army of very loyal customers, many of whom have been coming here since we first opened our doors.”

The Last recently unveiled its newly-refurbished ground floor restaurant, which has been redecorated to reflect the cosy atmosphere of the ever-popular bar area, with bold colours, a feature wall made up of wine box ends, and new lighting.