Some places you plan to visit weeks in advance. Others you simply stumble into – and they turn out to be gems. The Cadeby Inn in South Yorkshire, part charming country pub, part elegant wedding venue, was one such find. We arrived without a booking, but were soon seated with menus in hand and appetites at the ready.
We’d done our homework online, so choosing was quick. Mrs Wanderer went for the Chicken Caesar Salad. I couldn’t resist the King Prawn and Crevettes Linguine.
The linguine was everything I’d hoped for – silky pasta in a creamy sauce, just enough chilli heat to keep things lively, and seafood cooked to perfection. The crevettes were so plump and moist that when I twisted the heads off, a little burst of briny juice escaped – a small but satisfying sign of freshness.
Across the table, Mrs W was tackling a Caesar Salad of heroic proportions. Tender chicken and crisp lettuce were generously dressed in a sauce she declared “lovely.” The only quibble? Perhaps a few too many croutons and not quite enough anchovies for her taste.
We left with full bellies, a smile, and the firm intention to return. If you find yourself in this part of South Yorkshire, the Cadeby Arms is worth a stop – whether you’re after a lingering lunch or simply a quiet pint in handsome surroundings.
The Willoughton Wanderer 
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