New film plus food event launched at Abbeygate Cinema

The Abbeygate Cinema, in Bury St Edmunds has launched a new season of “Discover + Dine” this spring.

For £15, cinema goers can enjoy access to the weekly “Discover” film plus a two-course themed meal before the film at in-house restaurant, No. 4 Restaurant + Bar.

Whether it’s a vintage classic, an art-house gem or a riveting documentary, the “Discover” series at the cinema in Hatter Street shows alternative films every Tuesday.

The menu for each “Discover + Dine” event is designed by the head chef specifically for that week’s film.

Guests can also take advantage of free parking from 3pm a Tuesday, making the whole experience even more affordable.

The upcoming “Discover + Dine” dates for March and April are:

Tuesday, March 4
Nickel Boys
Main: Cuban Sandwich + Fries
Dessert: Key Lime Pie

Tuesday, March 25
The Seed of the Sacred Fig
Main: Chelow Kabab + Rice
Dessert: Sweet Cardamom Pudding

Tuesday, April 8
Memoir of a Snail
Main: Toulouse Sausage + Puy Lentils
Dessert: Lemon Posset

Tuesday, April 22
Oh My Goodness!
Main: Coq au Vin + Creamy Mash
Dessert: Lemon Tart

Gareth Boggis, the general manager of Abbeygate Cinema, said: “We are happy to have added even more dates for ‘Discover + Dine’ following the popularity of these events at the start of the year.

“Having a restaurant in the cinema is a great benefit and we are in a unique position to offer a curated food and film experience for our guests.”

Tickets are on sale from abbeygatecinema.co.uk (choose Film + Food as your ticket type when booking) or alternatively from the Abbeygate Cinema box office.