We just adore Aldeburgh!

When I opened my fridge last night and all that were staring back at me were eggs and milk, it got me thinking – when is Pancake Day this year?

Suffolk sees many visitors arrive for the festivities and we’re sure this year will be no different.

Becoming ever more popular in recent years is the classic ‘Afternoon Tea’ which dates back to the seventeenth century and was introduced by Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford.

Nothing says a cottage holiday in Suffolk like a hot bag of chippy chips. After much munching, chomping and masticating, we have hand-picked our top 5. Our criteria - better batter, good cod, mushy peas and controversially Cream Soda

Happy Pancake Day! Here's our top 10 Shrove Tuesday facts:

I grew up in Suffolk, and as the daughter of a (retired) restaurateur, was surrounded by a family where the main topic of conversation was FOOD (and eating)!

Staying in self-catering accommodation is a great way to experience all of the culinary delights that Suffolk has to offer.

Feeling a little sad now that Christmas is over? You may want browse through our list of our favourite Suffolk pubs and restaurants to try and keep that festive feeling alive through your jolly Christmas bellies!

30th November - 1st December 2013, 11am-4pmJoin Adnams of Southwold in one of their biggest tasting events of the year.