A Derbyshire eatery continues to celebrate the humble pancake - perfect for Pancake Day - by serving it with a French twist.
Pear Tree Crêperie in Heart of the Country Village is based near Lichfield and an approximate 25-minute drive from Derby.
There is something so celebratory about Pancake Day where the simple yet delicious dish is given a national platform to shine.
It is great to see this dish elevated onto a permanent café menu at French Crêperie.
I love a good pancake which is why I just knew I had to visit the crêperie for a weekend visit.
I have lived in Derby for a while now and I have never heard of Pear Tree Crêperie or Heart of the Country Village.
It felt like a real adventure when I made my way to the shopping village one sunny Saturday morning.
The chalet-style café serves homemade crêpes with a variety of fillings including fruit and sauces. I had the pear and chocolate sauce crêpe which was filling yet light.
It would have been nice to have a more stable cream but amount of pear in the pancake was substantial and the flavours were good.
A personal highlight was the location of the café at Heart of the Country Village.
It is a quaint shopping experience on an expansive courtyard, filled with vintage boutiques, independent shops and eateries.
A massive surprise for me was the enclosed area near the car park where two pigs were grazing.
It felt like the perfect day out, and as it’s not far from Lichfield - which is around 10 minutes’ away from the shopping village - it’s a great idea to explore more of the great county of Derbyshire.
Here are a selection of photos from the day, if you do visit either Pear Tree Crêperie or have a mooch around the Heart of the Country Village shopping centre, I would love to know how you found it.
Location: Heart Of The Country Village, A38 South Swinfen, London Rd, Lichfield WS14 9QR
For more information click here: heartofthecountryvillage.com
9. Heart of the Country Village
From pretty artwork adorning orange brick walls, to well maintained greenery, a visit to Heart of the Country Village feels like a real treat | Ria Ghei
10. Heart of the Country Village
From jewellers to vintage fashion boutiques, there is much to explore at Heart of the Country Village | Ria Ghei
11. The Barn Heart of the Country Village
The Barn is another eatery at Heart of the Country Village, when we popped inside for a quick scan, we found another homely, inviting space - definitely one to visit and review soon! | Ria Ghei
12. Heart of the Country Village
Heart of the Country Village was once a traditional Staffordshire farmstead comprising of red brick and tile buildings, and Dutch barns dating back 100 years | Ria Ghei