A waterside café near Norwich has a new owner who is planning to use homegrown fragrant herbs to add a taste of Thailand to the menu.  

Thorpe Ferry Cafe is reopening under new management and they're hoping to create a tranquil spot in the Norfolk Broads for people to stop for a drink and a bite to eat. 

Eastern Daily Press: The café plans to be dog friendly, and will have its own house dog - Zelda the springador (pictured).The café plans to be dog friendly, and will have its own house dog - Zelda the springador (pictured). (Image: Thorpe Ferry Cafe)

The café is opening on Monday, May 1, and this coincides with the launch of ferry trips along the River Yare - which can be accessed next to the café's site.  

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New owner Jaa Fisher is planning to launch a specials menu featuring a different Thai dish each day. 

She said: "I've been working in hospitality for years and always dreamed of having my own café, it's a great opportunity and I can't wait to offer a friendly face and café here. 

Eastern Daily Press: The café will launch in conjunction with the ferry that will be taking people up the River Yare. The café will launch in conjunction with the ferry that will be taking people up the River Yare. (Image: Archant)

"The location is great and we will be growing many of the fragrant herbs and spices used in our Thai dishes on-site while simultaneously using local suppliers wherever possible." 

The café and ferry trip are both dog friendly and the café will also be serving breakfasts, sandwiches, soups and cakes.