tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10139488997349899922024-03-19T03:42:51.382+00:00My Daily GrindThe best coffee places and how to find them...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10710495665509452762noreply@blogger.comBlogger81125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013948899734989992.post-51039986063720967452019-01-02T09:46:00.000+00:002019-01-02T09:46:41.875+00:00La Finca Coffee in GranadaI've been spending Christmas in the south of Spain for the last 4 years. I love the relaxed atmosphere, the sun and the fact that me and my family can have some grilled fish on the beach instead of one of us slaving away in the kitchen most of Christmas day. Spanish cuisine and wine is also one of my favourites - let's face it, with 69 wine producing regions, how can this country not excel at wine making?! Spanish coffee on the other hand can be a bit hit and miss...and in the south it's usually miss - especially in the small chiringuitos by the beach. The same places which can serve you the most delicious catch of the day quite often have no idea what constitutes a good cup of coffee. Which is why coming across La Finca on my recent visit to the city of Granda was such a joy.<br />
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Tucked away in a small alleyway just around the corner from the cathedral, La Finca is a tiny coffee shop with minimalist interior. There are no seats, the coffee is to take away unless you want to perch at the bar counter.<br />
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La Finca are also micro-roasters and at the time of our visit were serving beans from Uganda and Honduras. Very smooth in milk with hints of chocolate and a nice balance of acidity and sweetness it was by far the best coffee I've had for over a week.</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10710495665509452762noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013948899734989992.post-91180956668100520322018-04-17T13:44:00.003+01:002018-04-17T13:44:40.480+01:00Wroclaw: Egg Cafe<br />
Apparently it's been almost three years since my last post on this blog and the reason I came back from this hiatus is the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/eggcafewroclaw/" target="_blank">Egg Cafe</a> in Wroclaw. I have written quite a bit about coffee shops in my home town in the past but this one is particularly special as Egg Cafe seems to be as obsessed with surfing and coffee as I am; so it was love at first sight.<br />
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Full disclosure - I have been stalking the place on Insta since it opened and couldn't wait to pop in when I was next in Poland. So one weekend in March, despite only flying home for 24 hrs, a visit to Egg was high on my priorities list. After all, a family breakfast tastes even better when no one has to cook!<br />
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The place was relatively quiet for a Sunday morning - no London-style queues of brunch-goers out the door so we were able to be seated straight away - I was impressed already. The cafe is spread across two rooms and tastefully decorated throughout. It's warm and inviting despite its dark grey walls and is brightened up by decorations: plenty of surf photographs, plants, as well as wooden and copper accessories. You could be forgiven for thinking you're in sunny Sydney as the cafe is heavily influenced by Australian culture: from the pictures on the walls, Aussie-themed books laid out around the rooms to the down under inspired menu.<br />
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As to the main event - the coffee...well, it was delicious. I might've had three in the course of two hours...Egg Cafe is the sort of place you just want to chill in - a perfect spot for a lazy weekend brunch. Be prepared to stay longer than you planned, to order more than you expected and to smile wider than you thought possible.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10710495665509452762noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013948899734989992.post-52573013857670224812015-05-07T10:14:00.000+01:002018-12-26T17:51:49.805+00:00London Coffee Festival 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Kicking off the UK Coffee Week in style, the London Coffee Festival combined some of my favourite things: coffee (and espresso martinis!), music, art and food. If you missed it, and frankly, judging by the length of the queues outside the venue, you're in the minority, here are my highlights from this year's event. With Coffee Masters, coffee tasting, True Artisan classes, the Lab talks and many other attraction in different festival zones, absolutely every coffee lover could find something to put a smile on their face and keep them adequately caffeinated!</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10710495665509452762noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013948899734989992.post-13619743725669569412015-02-13T13:47:00.003+00:002018-12-26T17:16:03.409+00:00Barcelona: Satan's Coffee CornerIf things do actually 'happen for a reason' then the reason why our original airbnb apartment in Barcelona got flooded the night before our arrival and we stayed in one right opposite the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SatansCoffeeCorner" target="_blank">Satan's Coffee Corner</a> instead was so we could hang out in there every day over a long weekend.<br />
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The things you need to know about Satan's Corner:<br />
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The vibe: It's very chilled out - do not go there if you're in a rush (and, let's face it, who in Barcelona is?!), great music and very friendly staff.<br />
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The space: Hypnotising and stunning - windows from floor to ceiling, plenty of natural light and not too much clutter, I absolutely loved it and couldn't get enough of it. I loved the location in the Gothic quarter with old walls surrounding this modern room, I loved the sun flooding the space, I loved the bench in the corridor and the cacti above it, I loved the island in the middle covered with magazines...it all made me feel like I was back in <a href="http://inquestofanexceptionalblend.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/wellington-aka-coffee-bloggers-heaven.html" target="_blank">New Zealand</a>.<br />
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The food: The menu changes daily but you can flip through the notebook that contains it to see previous weeks. We sampled lunch options - sourdough sandwich with poached apples, kumquat and melted Gorgonzola (yum!) as well as breakfast - chia pudding with lots of crunchy toasted goodness (although the Japanese breakfast was rather tempting!)<br />
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All and all, the paths of Satan's and My Daily Grind were meant to cross. And I am so happy they have!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10710495665509452762noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013948899734989992.post-42026280744162947582015-02-13T13:47:00.001+00:002018-12-26T17:16:55.547+00:00Barcelona: Satan's Coffee CornerIf things do actually 'happen for a reason' then the reason why our original airbnb apartment in Barcelona got flooded the night before our arrival and we stayed in one right opposite the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SatansCoffeeCorner" target="_blank">Satan's Coffee Corner</a> instead was so we could hang out in there every day over a long weekend.<br />
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The things you need to know about Satan's Corner:<br />
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The vibe: It's very chilled out - do not go there if you're in a rush (and, let's face it, who in Barcelona is?!), great music and very friendly staff.<br />
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The space: Hypnotising and stunning - windows from floor to ceiling, plenty of natural light and not too much clutter, I absolutely loved it and couldn't get enough of it. I loved the location in the Gothic quarter with old walls surrounding this modern room, I loved the sun flooding the space, I loved the bench in the corridor and the cacti above it, I loved the island in the middle covered with magazines...it all made me feel like I was back in <a href="http://inquestofanexceptionalblend.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/wellington-aka-coffee-bloggers-heaven.html" target="_blank">New Zealand</a>.<br />
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The coffee: At least 4 different blends in one week (so you never get bored) all from the <a href="http://www.rightsidecoffee.com/" target="_blank">Right Side Coffee Roasters</a> - wonderful flavours served in funky mugs.<br />
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The food: The menu changes daily but you can flip through the notebook that contains it to see previous weeks. We sampled lunch options - sourdough sandwich with poached apples, kumquat and melted Gorgonzola (yum!) as well as breakfast - chia pudding with lots of crunchy toasted goodness (although the Japanese breakfast was rather tempting!)<br />
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I've been dying to go to Colonna and Hunter (<a href="https://twitter.com/Colonna_Hunter" target="_blank">@Colonna_Hunter</a>) since it opened. Having spent Christmas in Somerset, we decided that Boxing Day was the perfect opportunity to visit the stunning city of Bath and combine some sale madness with coffee indulgence. The rain was pouring, Bath looked deserted compared to its usual vibrant self and Colonna and Hunter were on holidays. But if you think that discouraged us, you are very wrong. Deciding that a new year means new opportunities, we got on our bikes and rode to Bath in glorious winter sunshine, making the visit our first coffee bike trip of the year. And boy, was it worth it!<br />
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Colonna and Hunter is the kind of place you would take a long lost friend to catch up over a lazy afternoon. Tucked away in a modern boutique arcade to the north west of the busy shopping artery that throbs through the centre of historic Bath, it provides a breath of cool, crisp and sweet fresh air. <br />
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Colonna and Hunter serve coffee and craft beer (which, if it wasn't for the driving, we would've certainly indulged in!) marrying two great brewing arts. It is clear that these guys truly understand the ethos of the artisan: both the coffees as well as the beers are expertly chosen, paired with the food on offer and are served on a rotating basis. The beautiful airy space with its high ceilings and drawings on the walls, resembling the ones at the fabulous <a href="http://inquestofanexceptionalblend.blogspot.co.uk/2013/10/heading-west-for-weekend.html" target="_blank">Colonna and Small's</a>, was filled with people occupying private as well as communal tables. The staff made us trust them completely with our coffee choices even though they convinced us to try Ethiopian beans with very strong flavours of strawberries and cream! As bizarre as it sounds, our strawberry and cream flat whites were in fact a revelation. The avocados for our sourdough toasts were served in little jars with coarsely ground black pepper and flakes of sea salt to hand. It was perfect.<br />
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I have a good feeling about this year after such a wonderful start. You get a feeling that nothing at Colonna and Hunter is left to chance; the menu as well as the surroundings are well thought through and expertly executed. I'm loving the idea of speciality coffee room neighbouring a speciality beer room - Bath has just gained another gem, reinforcing its position as THE place to try mind-blowing coffee.</div>
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The last couple of weeks were all about Christmas prep and trying different Christmas coffees on offer to choose the perfect blend for our Christmas table. There were some strong contenders, thanks to all who provided their recommendations on Twitter, but 2 of them stood out. </div>
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First one is the Ozone Christmas blend (<a href="https://twitter.com/OzoneCoffee" target="_blank">@OzoneCoffee</a>) of beans from Guatemala, Brazil and Kenya.</div>
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I put the roast through its paces and drunk it as a filter (I know, it's technically an 'Espresso Blend' but I love drip coffee too much not to have given it a go), espresso and flat white. I'm not convinced as to the Christmas nature of it - apart from the name and label, nothing invoked the warm fuzzy Christmas feel. It's a lovely blend, though, so here are my thoughts:<br />
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On the nose: pistachios<br />
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As a filter: nutty, delicate, inoffensive<br />
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As an espresso: toasted almonds<br />
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As a flat white: marzipan, coconut<br />
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My second batch to test was from Has Bean (<a href="https://twitter.com/hasbean" target="_blank">@hasbean</a>) who have been producing Christmas blends since 2007.<br />
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As with Ozone, these beans have been through a lot: aeropress and machine, with milk and without. The smell of chestnuts filled the room when I first opened the packet and (as if I wasn't already!), made me very excited for Christmas. This could be a strong contender for an after (Christmas) dinner treat.<br />
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On the nose: chestnuts<br />
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As an espresso: berries and chocolate - very much like a Black Forest Gateau<br />
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As a flat white: Christmas pudding<br />
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I'm not done testing and as Christmas is a 12-day affair, I might be posting on the topic again in the run up to New Year. But for now:<br />
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I hope they're filled with joy and exceptional coffee.<br />
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So close to London and yet a world away, Oxford boasts an energetic and vibrant coffee scene. The beauty of coffee travels is the fact that there are so many different roasteries to discover so during my fleeting visit to Oxford couple of weeks ago I vowed that I will only drink locally roasted beans.<br />
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The Missing Bean (<a href="https://twitter.com/TheMissingBean" target="_blank">@TheMissingBeans</a>) served me the first coffee of the day accompanied by a scrumptious salmon bagel. My macchiato was made with their own blend and I was promised an invite as soon as the roastery is up an running. Cupping session in Oxford is definitely something worth getting out of London for! I visited on a Saturday morning and the place was filled to the brim with the Guardian reading and/or glued to the laptops crowd and had a lovely neighbourhood atmosphere. Located so close to the university (which, let's be honest, anywhere in Oxford is!) it was like stepping into an intellectual bubble.<br />
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Due to the time constraints and Zappi's (<a href="https://twitter.com/ZappisCafe" target="_blank">@ZappisCafe</a>) popularity/lack of free tables, I had to give it a miss this time and move on to Cowley Street and the wacky world of music and coffee at the Truck store (<a href="https://twitter.com/TruckMusicStore" target="_blank">@TruckMusicStore</a>).<br />
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I'm a big fan of pourover and aeropress coffees and lately I prefer them to any milky varieties so whilst at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thekeenbeanoxford" target="_blank">Keen Bean Coffee Club</a> I opted for the UE Coffee Roasters (<a href="https://twitter.com/uecoffee" target="_blank">@uecoffee</a>) Ethiopian blend and enjoyed it in the blazing sunshine outside. It was beautifully delicate and floral, the way only a carefully roasted and expertly brewed coffee can be. Loved the vinyls as well and will make sure to be back in Oxford very soon. It's only a short bike ride away after all...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10710495665509452762noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013948899734989992.post-1330761946860922672014-09-29T08:21:00.000+01:002018-12-26T17:14:39.974+00:009 Coffee Shops for International Coffee DayIt's International Coffee Day today so to celebrate we've combined a list of 9 of our favourite coffee shops around the world we visited since the last Coffee Day. The write ups might be familiar as they are extracts of the archive pieces published earlier in the year and refreshed for this very special occasion. So let's raise our cups and hope that the next coffee year will be as fruitful, happy drinking!<br />
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1. Wellington, New Zealand</h3>
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You cannot miss the machine taking over the counter at Lamason (<a href="https://twitter.com/LamasonBrewBar" target="_blank">@LamasonBrewBar</a>). With its lab-like glass tubes and filter at an angle, the Siphon's presence is overwhelming. You simply cannot order your default flat white. Watching it at work is utterly mesmerising. The bizarre process starts with weighing up the right amount of coffee, lighting up the base, then filling the round glass vessel with water, which once heated turns into a water vapour, getting the glass filter ready, placing the coffee in it and waiting for the hot water to be forced (or vacuumed) up (well, that's more or less how it works anyway). The result is a light, clean black coffee and once you try it you won't stop dreaming about it.<br />
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2. Barcelona, Spain</h3>
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Tucked away from the city buzz in a quieter area surrounded by offices, SKYE (<a href="https://twitter.com/skyecoffeeco">@skyecoffeeco</a>) was only 3 months old at the time of my visit but already causing a stir on Barcelona’s coffee scene. It is easy to explain why: they serve exceptional coffee in quirky surroundings. The big airy space is devoid of any unnecessary clutter and the centerpiece is a striking silver 1972 VW van acting as a coffee counter. Guest roasts include Barcelona-based Nomad Coffee as well as London’s Workshop Coffee and are prepared with a lot of love and passion. There is also a small selection of pastries and cakes available to compliment your coffee. I was under the impression that this is where Barcelona’s cool and creative crowd hangs out.<br />
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<a href="http://www.eighthirty.com/" target="_blank">Eighthirty</a> is one of the reasons why Auckland is amongst my ultimate favourites on the list of travel destinations. This coffee stall in Ponsonby Central will make you very happy and serve you one of the best flat whites you can imagine. The simplicity of the branding: red letters on a white background and minimalist decor ensures that the coffee is, quite rightly, kept in the center of attention.<br />
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The Espresso Lab (<a href="https://twitter.com/EspLabMicro" target="_blank">@EspLabMicro</a>) is located in a very hip Old Biscuit Mill in Cape Town, which reminded me of London's Borough Market. Seeing the queue I knew instantly that I was in the right place: good coffee has that effect on people all over the world. The shop itself is exactly what you'd expect from the name: a lab were some talented folk roast exquisite coffee. The chemistry symbols on the wall relate to different brewing types of the coffees served the furniture and coffee tins are clinically white and the chronicle flasks decorate the tables. And the coffee...the house espresso blend was a medley of Brazilian, Costa Rican and Ethiopian beans which result in a fruity and rich perfect cup. That's the kind of chemistry I like!<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/LOTKURY" target="_blank">Lot Kury</a> is located in the centre on Ofiar Oswiecimskich, a street just off the main road and as such has a very relaxed and cool vibe. Lot Kury, literally meaning Hen's Flight (the owner's surname being Kura), is a colourful space with an incredible original wooden ceiling and art pieces covering the walls. All of the paintings and photographs have a story behind them - just ask the baristas and they will be happy to tell the tales. Happily, the coffee here isn't an afterthought to the great space and the comforting food selection but an expertly prepared delight and a big feature on the menu.<br />
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7. London, UK</h3>
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It was hard to choose just one London cafe for this post but I decided that Curators Coffee Gallery (<a href="https://twitter.com/Curators_Coffee" target="_blank">@Curators_Coffee</a>) deserves a mention as it's a welcome new addition to the well-established coffee scene in Fitzrovia - an area which provides a welcome respite from the hell that is Oxford Street and also for the utterly stunning interior and for serving the divine Nude Espresso blend.<br />
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8. Brugge, Belgium</h3>
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Belgian coffee is still at the stage of serving cappuccino with a dollop of whipped cream on top instead of a fluffy milk microfoam. At least Brugge seems to be. Thankfully, I managed to find one coffee shop which not only understands the concept of a flat white but also roasts its own coffee. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/EspressobarILoveCoffee" target="_blank">I Love Coffee Espresso Bar</a> is hard to miss with its bright Rolling Stones-like logo on the window and an espresso machine door handle. The 'love of coffee' theme continues inside and you also get a little heart-shaped biscuit served on a heart-shaped plate to go with your coffee. And yes, it's cheesy but if you think that's too cute then what on earth are you doing in Brugge?<br />
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9. Melbourne, Australia</h3>
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Zurich: the modern city of bankers and business people; expensive, cold, busy and made of glass and steel, right? Wrong! In fact, the stunning old town and the chilled-out area around the lake are where the city is at its most vibrant and busy. </div>
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Desperate for a caffeine fix and armed with recommendations from a local, Elena Minekova (<a href="https://twitter.com/409roomies" target="_blank">@409roomies</a>), I ventured out to explore what Zurich has on offer in the coffee and cafes department.</div>
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Breakfast at Grande</h3>
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Apart from the cheese and chocolates, bread is my favourite Swiss food product: the creativity and the use of nuts and seeds in their loafs makes the rolls and pretzels an absolute delight. It is no wonder that the display of sandwiches at <a href="http://grande-zurich.ch/" target="_blank">Grande</a> put a smile on my face. The crust, so hard that it almost hurts your teeth, the inside, soft but crunchy from the nuts and the filling of vegetables and Swiss cheese made this a very special breakfast roll. Not forgetting that it was accompanied by a rich and intense macchiato and eaten outside in the early morning sunshine...I decided I liked Zurich and my day only got better later on.</div>
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The best thing about having a great cup of coffee in the new city is the satisfaction after having the second one. We had less that 6 hours in Zurich and wanted to make the most out of it without losing the opportunity to soak up the strong early September sunshine. After finding <a href="http://www.cafe-henrici.ch/" target="_blank">Henrici</a> and locating a friendly bench in the square just outside of it we ventured in to explore the premises. To my delight, the first thing you see is a giant colourful painting and then the food counter. I loved the space and could see myself spending hours there listening to the great music selection and indulging in way too many cups of the house blend.</div>
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Sadly, <a href="http://www.benzinundkoffein.ch/" target="_blank">Benzin und Koffein</a> don't open on Mondays so our third stop had to be postponed but I'm sure that there will be many more visits as, now that I discovered Zurich, I will be back soon!</div>
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10710495665509452762noreply@blogger.com0Zurich, Switzerland47.3686498 8.539182500000038147.1966098 8.2164590000000377 47.5406898 8.8619060000000385tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013948899734989992.post-29731572987305707522014-09-01T08:30:00.000+01:002018-12-26T17:40:31.599+00:00Putting WrocLove on the coffee mapOverall the coffee in my hometown was always OK. Some places would serve a decent espresso, others wouldn't care if the beans had been sitting in the machine for a year or so. Today, 7 years after I left it, Wroclaw is finally making a mark on the coffee scene and opening coffee shops with a distinct character and inventive coffee menu. During my recent trip home, having not been back for a whole year, I discovered some gems that make me feel WrocLove yet again!<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cafe-Sztuczki/171010399762652?fref=ts" target="_blank">Cafe Sztuczki</a> normally operates from the Institute of Art History on Szewska street but for the summer ventured out to a mad installation just outside the Museum of Architecture. Customers sit, perch or lie on the big wooden construction surrounded by trees with the vine-covered museum building as a backdrop. The menu boasts different brewing methods from espresso through drip to aeropress made with beans from various roasters (all of them were Polish at the time of my visit). Cold brew is a prominent feature too (it is a <u>summer</u> pop up after all!) cooling the caffeine deprived crowds on the hot summer days. Coffee is not the only drink on the menu: there is also a selection of local beers and soft drinks. And a little bear-shaped piggy bank collecting money 'for the new grinder' which is a cute touch and I loved the rabbit in a hat logo on the takeaway cups.<br />
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Based on the hip and ever so popular Wlodkowica, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Cocofli?fref=ts" target="_blank">Cocofli</a> is any coffee-loving-bookworm's dream. Books are the focal point of this cafe (and quite rightly so!) which also doubles up as a bar. It's a great place for any freelancer as the space is ideal for the creative types - it is hard not to be inspired in those surroundings. Quirky latte art also deserves a mention - little Lilly of the Valley kind of pattern topped the cup gracefully and the coffee tasted great drunk outside in the sunshine.<br />
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I'm told there are more wonderful cafes in Wroclaw and it is yet another reason to come home more often. Watch this space as I explore further Lower Silesia's jewels.<br />
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I've been living north of the river for the last 4 years and since then I have, sadly, ventured down south much rarer than I would've liked to. I always wish that I had more time and London was less, well...London (hectic/manic/huge/busy...) so I could visit my old neighbourhood. So when an opportunity presented itself on a lovely Saturday morning, we mounted our bike and took it for a scenic ride around Richmond Park. Conveniently enough, Tried and True is not too far from there and has long been on my list of places to visit.</div>
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Tried and True (<a href="https://twitter.com/tried_true_cafe" target="_blank">@tried_true_cafe</a>), located on the Upper Richmond Rd in Putney has a neighbourhood cafe feel to it. It's welcoming, it's bright and it's very friendly. As it was a glorious warm day we decided to sit at the table in the back garden (you can tell you're not in Central London - there is space!) and enjoy our late breakfast in the sunshine. Life was passing us by us leisurely with dog walkers and cyclists popping in for a coffee and pancakes. </div>
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Despite the temptation to give in to the crazy appeal of the pancakes, I opted for bread with preserves and didn't regret it. The gorgeous Seven Seeded sourdough with butter and jams was a perfect start to the weekend and washed down with an expertly made Square Mile piccolo felt sensational.</div>
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So for all of you hard-working, deadline chasing late nighters - this is the place to be on a lazy weekend. Don't rush, breathe, relax and have some coffee - life will feel more normal straight away.</div>
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I will not dwell on the very disappointing coffee we've had at the start of our Bern visit because we decided not to get disheartened and managed
to find a place, a little out of the way, which delivered a great coffee experience.<br />
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<a href="http://www.caffebarsattler.ch/">Caffe Bar Sattler</a> is located in the university area of Bern and is definitely one of the 'cool' places around. The place was jam-packed and, as it was a scorching summers day, we sat outside drinking our cappuccinos and (afterwards) sampling the local beer surrounded by a multilingual crowd and watching the lazy afternoon go by. The coffee was a Sattler's house blend: very nice with mild flavours, suitable as the cup size was much bigger than my regular milky coffee. The adjacent Gelateria di Berna provided us with a perfect refreshment in the form of lavender and pistachio ice cream. There were even more quirky flavours to choose from but somehow the idea of an English trifle or the World Cup 'Pele special' didn't tickle my fancy. The place is based in a lovely inviting space with big french windows and is a great venue for an afternoon beverage.<br />
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Another place worth mentioning and definitely worth a visit is Adrianos (<a href="https://twitter.com/adrianosbern" target="_blank">@adrianosbern</a>). This veteran of Bern's coffee scene has been serving coffee since 1998. They
roast their own coffee and seem insanely popular amongst the Swiss capital's coffee drinkers. My brew was served in a cup decorated with a smiley bean - Adrianos logo, poking out from the cup as it was getting empty. I can't say it was the best coffee I've ever had but it was a perfectly decent espresso.<br />
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It is exactly 1 year ago that I first posted on this blog. 1 year, 73 posts on 86 cafes in 7 countries on 3 continents later, and much more excitement in the pipeline, let's celebrate with a coffee photo shoot! Depicting my relationship with coffee, all of the stunning photographs were taken by my ferociously talented friend, Max Herfurth of <a href="http://www.maxherfurthphotography.com/" target="_blank"><b>Max Herfurth Photography</b></a>. </div>
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As I mentioned in the <a href="http://inquestofanexceptionalblend.blogspot.co.uk/2014/07/workshop-in-fitzrovia.html" target="_blank">last post</a>, Fitzrovia is getting a facelift with coffee shops opening on every corner. After visiting Workshop, it was time for me to explore the area, which is quickly becoming one of my favourites, a bit more and venture out for a weekday breakfast at Curators Coffee Gallery (<a href="https://twitter.com/Curators_Coffee" target="_blank"><b>@Curators_Coffee</b></a>) on Margaret Street. </div>
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It being a Tuesday morning, the shop wasn't terribly busy and it turned out to be a perfect setting for a breakfast-meeting-before-work comprised of expertly prepared flat whites and corn bread rolls filled with avocado, mushed kidney beans and fried egg topped with tomato relish.<br />
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A lot has been written about the new Workshop cafe by my fellow bloggers: it is a beautiful space serving exceptional coffee, what's not to love? Workshop are no strangers to the London coffee scene (remember <a href="http://inquestofanexceptionalblend.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/the-brunch-chronicle.html" target="_blank">my piece</a> about the Clerkenwell shop from a while ago?) and it is with open arms that I welcome their new Fitzrovia location. My experience in pictures below.<br />
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Barcelona was the 4th stop on our motorbike tour and despite the motorbike breaking down in the Pyrenees 2 days earlier, we were desperate to make it to the Catalan capital.</div>
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As ever when I travel, I had a list of coffee places to visit. This is why I experienced <a href="http://www.picnic-restaurant.com/" target="_blank"><b>Picnic</b></a> before the Sagrada Familia. It
was well after 2pm by the time we had arrived in Barcelona, collected the keys to our
apartment, found parking for our rental car and were ready for the fabulous gastronomical experiences we were promised by the guide books. Picnic was high on my list to visit and only a short
walk from our flat. We happily discovered that Barcelona is not as into siesta as the sleepy Pyrenees' villages and we would be able to eat after all. Following our noses we sat at a table right next to the
kitchen and watched the chef at work. We were presented with a set menu: <span style="font-family: "arial unicode ms";">€</span>12 for a starter, main, dessert,
drink and coffee. Even though it sounded like way too much food for lunch,
having seen the creations presented to the pass and astonished by the great
value for money of the offer, we couldn't resist. My huge meal consisted
of fried green tomatoes with sweet
corn salsa, huevos rancheros and a flan plus espresso to round it off. It was stunning, the
vibrant flavours and colours married each other perfectly and every mouthful
(even if there were too many of them!) was a delight. The coffee was a nice surprise after the disappointing cups we'd had up until then: a strong, punchy espresso which provided a perfect finish to one of the most delicious meals I've had in a while. </div>
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Encouraged by the success of our first venture and in need of more caffeine we stopped by at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ElColectivoCafeBar" target="_blank"><b>El Collectivo</b></a>. The place surrounded us with London underground signs on the seats' upholstery and The Beatles playing in the background. Our cortados were very good.<br />
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<a href="http://www.federalcafe.es/barcelona/" target="_blank"><b>Federal</b></a><b> </b>was third that same day and having spotted seats in the window, that's where we decided to relax and enjoy some lovely flat whites and watch the world go by. Aussie vibes, funky music and communal table in the middle made me daydream and took me back to my recent Antipodean trip.</div>
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SKYE Coffee Co. (<a href="https://twitter.com/skyecoffeeco" target="_blank"><b>@skyecoffeeco</b></a>) was the last place from my wishlist. It is slightly out of the way from the main part of
the city so took a bit of getting lost but it was totally worth the effort. Not feeling adventurous enough to talk about coffee in Spanish I opted for my most hated phrase: 'Do you speak English?' and the answer 'I sure do!' came in a strong American accent: as it turned out both people behind the brand are native English speakers. Only 3 months old, SKYE are based in a lovely big space with a 1972 VW coffee cart as a centre piece and a communal tables scattered around. We were fortunate to find them open on a Saturday,
outside of their Mon to Fri opening hours. The coffee was the best we had in Barcelona despite the very high
standard of all the others sampled. It was a Costa Rican coffee from a
Barcelona-based roasters, Nomad (<b><a href="https://twitter.com/nomadcoffeebcn" target="_blank">@nomadcoffeebcn</a></b>) and it was so smooth with delicately balanced
flavours that we had two rounds of it! It shows that Skye came from the love and passion for coffee. Forget Gaudi: Skye is what you should come to Barcelona for!</div>
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Alsur Cafe (<b><a href="https://twitter.com/alsurcafebcn" target="_blank">@alsurcafebcn</a></b>) provided our last dinner in Barcelona. There were some great veggie options for the 2
vegetarians amongst us, nice atmosphere and a very decent cup of coffee to
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I must say, I was a little bit sceptical whether the milk would taste as good heated as it does cold but it turned out I had nothing to worry about. Almond flat white is an acquired taste but I really like it, there is a certain depth to the flavour and it is a new and interesting sensation. See? Coffee can be healthy!</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10710495665509452762noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013948899734989992.post-3458771952644545232014-05-19T11:19:00.001+01:002018-12-26T17:42:56.869+00:00Monocle Cafe: designed to perfection?Monocle Cafe is one of those places that I've been meaning to visit for months and I finally managed it a couple of weekends ago. This neat little cafe is based in Marylebone, located amongst other pretty boutique shops.<br />
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The space is quite small but very well designed (you'd expect no less from Tyler Brûlé, the founder of Wallpaper* and Monocle!) with a Scandinavian feel to it: clean lines, wooden furniture and contrasting colours. Monocle magazine is displayed all around the rooms and obviously available for sale. They serve Allpress Coffee, which was a nice surprise, tasty looking cardamom buns, as as well as light and fresh lunch dishes which I was very tempted by!</div>
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It is hard to ignore the overwhelming presence of Monocle here: magazine, radio, sale items... there is no doubt as to where you are in this place! The good news is that you can get your hands on a copy of the magazine for a reduced price if you buy it with your coffee.<br />
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It is clear that Bruges appreciates good coffee as the place was really busy despite the steep prices (€4.50 for a flat white!) I liked the little heart-shaped biscuit on a heart-shaped plate which came with my coffee. And I must say that their espresso machine handle door knob completely won me over. The opening hours displayed on the door, quirky and fun as they are, meant that at midday on a Sunday without a wifi in my phone I had no idea if, as many places in the area, I Love Coffee are closed on Sundays or whether they just open late...<br />
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It's pretty much impossible not to hear the name Bill Granger in Australia. If you like brunch, he is your man. I did not get a chance to check out his place in Sydney during my last visit and I was very keen to pay a visit to his new London venture in Clerkenwell. As Granger and Co. do not take bookings I was not sure how long the queue would be but it turned out there was enough space to accommodate two hungry bikers <span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); line-height: 21.299999237060547px;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">having ridden back from Somerset that morning,</span></span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); line-height: 21.299999237060547px;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> straight away.</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 15px;"> </span></span>Much to my disappointment Granger and Co. make their corn fritters with peppers and serve them with bacon - a big no no for a vegetarian allergic to peppers. Since I'm planning to go there for my birthday brunch in a couple of weeks I decided to be difficult on that occasion as I am desperate to have them! (a bacon and pepper-free sample from my partner's plate was enough to convince me of their quality!) I opted for Bill's granola instead which was a touch too sweet for me but the coconut yoghurt on the top just about saved it as did an Allpress flat white.</div>
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I enjoyed the Clerkenwell spot's decor as it has everything I like: green flowers, huge windows and clean lines in a bright space, as well as Aesop hand wash in the toilets.<br />
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I'm awaiting my party booking confirmation email with anticipation as I expect it to be one of my most delicious birthday meals!<br />
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Satisfy my curiosity please! Join the debate in the comments section below, on <a href="https://twitter.com/My_Daily_Grind" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bloggingatmydailygrind" target="_blank">Facebook</a>: do you care if your coffee is fair trade?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10710495665509452762noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1013948899734989992.post-12563380111745392782014-04-26T15:42:00.000+01:002018-12-26T17:19:32.233+00:00Saturday brunch: Honey and Co.<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">There is usually a simple explanation as to why brunch posts make their way onto this blog which is, <i>mainly</i>, about coffee. The reason is that they were chosen because of the coffee served and the food is only an added bonus which turns out to be exceptional enough for me to want to write about. Not this time though as I visited Honey and Co. (<a href="https://twitter.com/Honeyandco" target="_blank">@Honeyandco</a>) purely because of their food. In fact I didn't even have a coffee with my brunch (despite asking for it twice). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I am fascinated by the food industry and I like to ponder on why some restaurants do better than others and what is the key to success. For Honey and Co. it is not the grand premises. They are based in one small, simple room on Warren St. It is also not the location, slightly off the main road and not an obvious choice for a restaurant. It is also not a flashy advertising campaign (although I'm sure winning the OFM award 2013 for the best newcomer helped). It most certainly is the food: its vibrant colours and unforgettable flavours. It brought back memories of some of the Middle Eastern feasts I've had in Israel. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The menu is baffling to say the least. Legbar eggs, zaatar, ashura...these are not words I am used to seeing on a breakfast menu. I settled for a sabich - roasted aubergine, tahini and fried egg in a pitta because I'm a sucker for the wonderfully weird taste of tahini. It was one of those things that shouldn't work as a breakfast dish but most certainly did. My greedy nature wouldn't let me stop at that though. Not having received my cardamom</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"> cooked coffee, I had to have something sweet to finish my meal off. Preferably one of their famous cakes: the warm marzipan with rhubarb made all my senses sing and I instantly regretted the idea of splitting it with my partner!</span><br />
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