Flamboyant Tim Brown learned the basics of his business from two women he describes as exemplary cooks - his mother and his grandmother, but his eccentricity is all his own.
At By Appointment, opened in a 15th century merchant’s house in Norwich 15 years ago, customers can only reach one of the four dining rooms via the kitchen, ensuring that he and partner Robert Culyer can chat to them as they come and go. Food and restaurants, says the restaurateur, should not be taken too seriously.  NEWGazpacho Andalouse
NEWMedallions of beef with bacon
Pork with aubergine and apricot salsa
Duck with caramelised oranges
Chicken with olive and caper crust
Pigeon stirfry
Goats' cheese and basil soufflé tart
Puddings
Lemon and sultana cheesecake
Three kinds of ice cream
Apple and rhubarb crème brûlée
Italian pear torte
Apple and marzipan meringue pie | 
