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On App Store & PlaystoreUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger154125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881369103807140080.post-75958259904645792282021-01-17T09:22:00.001+00:002021-01-17T09:22:06.707+00:00Modern Standard<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1REToZO0kJM8j85PFkaHGIvcikZmwZJWtucKC-AkbHssxMKZJcMdyTWNHMZfwm-0IztegN1v4Tg8pq0UDsoDVMoZR8BjEBeN6-uL8PJ0Z-SjMSVSBD0hz6J1yIxqSp2HTgrS8J-NGhhjZ/s1242/MSCoffee_1242.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="911" data-original-width="1242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1REToZO0kJM8j85PFkaHGIvcikZmwZJWtucKC-AkbHssxMKZJcMdyTWNHMZfwm-0IztegN1v4Tg8pq0UDsoDVMoZR8BjEBeN6-uL8PJ0Z-SjMSVSBD0hz6J1yIxqSp2HTgrS8J-NGhhjZ/s1600/MSCoffee_1242.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>
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Coffee: Modern Standard<br />
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<hr /><b><i>Review and photo by Charlie Ellis & Eva Vaporidi</i></b><br /><div><br /></div><div>
Boasting a superb corner site in Bruntsfield, Modern Standard Coffee is a fantastic addition to the Edinburgh coffee scene. </div><div><br /></div><div>Long renowned as a coffee roaster, this is Modern Standard’s first cafe. The brainchild of one of the pioneers of speciality coffee in the UK, Lynsey Harley, Modern Standard Coffee’s cafe at 49 Barclay Place began trading in early December 2020. We visited on its fourth day and were immediately impressed by the classy and airy interior, the warmth of the welcome from baristas Joanne (the manager) and George, and by the superb coffee. </div><div><br /></div><div>We had piccolos which were flavoursome with lingering butterscotch notes. The beans used were a blend of 70 % Brazil Santa Lucia and 30% Colombia Aromas Del Sur. As Lynsey outlines the Brazilian is a great basis for an espresso but you need something such as the Colombian to add a layer of complexity and interest to the blend. For their batch brew they are using a Guatemala Finca La Providencia. </div><div><br /></div><div>The shop was, for several decades, William Watt the electrician (a classic case of nominative determinism) and when Lynsey saw that was available to let in February 2020, she jumped at the chance; ‘I used to joke to my flatmate that this would make a great cafe...11 years later she called and said that - you'll never believe it but there's a to let sign outside...I said - that's fate’. After a pause in the spring and summer, she finally began work on the place in September. Its taken a fair bit of work to get the place ready (including lots of work on the flooring) but its been worth the effort. </div><div><br /></div><div>The cafe has wisely retained the original wooden wall panelling which gives the interior real character. There is seating space for roughly 30 customers. Seating is available on the ground floor with a further attractive section on the first floor with views on to Bruntsfield Links. These seats will undoubtedly be in particular demand. </div><div><br /></div><div>Native of Glenrothes, Lynsey studied, worked and lived in Edinburgh before moving down south and getting involved in the cutting edge coffee scene in London. This included a spell with highly regarded Fernandez & Wells. She's also spent time in Denmark – there is definitely a Scandinavian element to the look of the interior. She relates that ‘when I left Edinburgh there was virtually no coffee scene and even in London it was only about 50 people involved who all knew each other’. She now has 17 years experience in speciality coffee and is delighted to see how things have developed in Edinburgh in the last decade. </div><div><br /></div><div>Since returning to Scotland she's been been looking to set up a cafe to act as a showcase for Modern Standard Coffee's excellent beans, which are now roasted in Glenrothes. Modern Standard import their own beans and supply a number of hotels and cafes across the UK.
Though steeped in the speciality coffee scene she is keen to see Modern Standard Coffee attract a wide variety of customers, from coffee geeks discussing the minutiae of roasts and brewing methods to those who simply want a cracking cup of coffee in a welcoming and attractive environment. </div><div><br /></div><div>Lynsey hopes that their coffee will be ‘tasty and approachable’ as ‘there's nothing worse than being overly pretentious and overcomplicate things and alienating people’. She feels that too many in the speciality coffee scene have a slightly snobbish attitude and can therefore be off-putting to many. 'Great coffee for everyone' is the slogan emblazoned on the side of the cafe (and on its mugs) and the philosophy she wants the cafe to embody. She was therefore delighted to have managed to recruit baristas who combine coffee making skills with great customer service. </div><div><br /></div><div>For Lynsey, the feel and atmosphere of the place is just as important as the quality of the coffee which oozes out from the sleek Dalla Corte machine.
In addition to espresso, Modern Standard Coffee also serve some batch brews, leaf teas and Colombian hot chocolate - with a high cocoa content (52 %). T</div><div><br /></div><div>They also be serving baking, including scones baked in-house (a new oven ideal for scones had just arrived when we visited). But coffee is very much the focus and Modern Standard Coffee won't be entering the brunch market as Lynsey wants customers served quickly, not waiting around for their orders to arrive. Lynsey also hints that she is on the lookout for other venues. </div><div><br /></div><div>With Castello a few doors along and Artisan Roast and Machina Espresso also very close, the area near Bruntsfield Links is becoming a leading destination for coffee lovers.
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38 Dalkeith Rd<br />
Edinburgh<br />
EH16 5BS<br />
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Opened in August 2018 on the South side of Edinburgh, this attractive nook is lovely spot for coffee and cake.<br />
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It's cosy but airy due to the high ceilings and big front window - with great views - that brings in loads of light. The warm decor (including a vintage desk ideal for those inspired to do a spot of scribbling whilst there) and stained glass matches the warm welcome you receive.<br />
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In addition to their smooth espressos Bits Bake Shop serve a range of Rosevear teas (the Blue Flower Earl Grey is a lovely afternoon drink), hot chocolate (from Portobello based Coco Chocolatier) and Bon Accord sodas.<br />
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Owner Ashley explained that she chose Edinburgh roaster Williams & Johnston (their seasonal blend) because it was her personal favourite - and it has proved popular with her customers. Ashley said that she'd originally planned rotate through different coffees, but has stuck with Williams & Johnson because the baking changes on a daily basis and her customers like some consistency as well as high quality.<br />
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The tasty baking - check their Instagram for a constant stream of mouth-watering cakes - is made in store and Bits Bake Shop also serve a daily selection of savouries such as frittatas and cheese toasties (vegan cheese toasties are also available as well as vegan zines for sale).<br />
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The customers include a lot of regulars: "we get a good mix here: office workers, students and those coming from the gym opposite at the Commonwealth Pool" adds Ashley.<br />
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With the foot of Arthur Seat (and the Innocent Railway path) a few minutes away, it also makes a nice place to visit before or after a walk.<br />
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More: <a href="https://www.bitsbakeshop.com/" target="_blank">Bits Bake Shop website</a><br />
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22 Grindlay Street<br />
Edinburgh <br />
EH3 9AP<br />
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<hr /><b><i>Review by Charlie Ellis & Eva Vaporidis, Photo from Gooseneck Cafe Facebook</i></b><br /><div><br /></div><div>
Enjoying a superb location with stunning views up to the Castle, Gooseneck Cafe has been part of Edinburgh's specialist coffee scene since early 2019.<br />
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Run by husband and wife Lucy and Matthew this airy and elegant coffee house has contributed to the revitalisation of this often overlooked part of the city. Indeed being slightly off the beaten track was one reason they chose the site: "it's busy but manageable for the two of us". The pair have experience of running cafes, having spent time at Patisserie Florentin in Stockbridge, so felt ready to open their own place.<br />
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After trying a range of Edinburgh based roasters, they finally settled on on <a href="https://sacred-grounds.coffee/" target="_blank">Sacred Grounds</a>, an Arbroath based company. As Matthew explains, "we tried a lot of local places, many were good but Sacred Grounds coffee really stood out". In addition, "Sacred Grounds have been really supportive in terms of offering advice and training…we're really happy with the choice we made". The Ethiopian we tried (in Gooseneck's stylish takeaway cups) produced a really rich and smooth flat white. We'll definitely be back for another soon.<br />
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The Covid-19 pandemic has put many cafes under threat. With much of Gooseneck's custom coming from the staff and visitors to the Lyceum Theatre across the road, the loss of these customers for the foreseeable future is a big blow. So far, thanks to a combination of government grants and an understanding landlord, Gooseneck has survived the storm. Matthew and Lucy have been heartened by the support they've received from other local businesses. "lots of people have popped in giving us their support- there's a nice communal feel around here". Though custom hasn't matched normal levels, they've had a regular flow. Indeed they were nicely busy on the Saturday lunchtime we visited. They have been running as a takeaway only since June. They are hoping that they might reopen fully in September 2020.<br />
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In addition to coffee (and Eteaket teas), they also offer a range of baking and savoury dishes (quiches, soups etc), all prepared in-house. The walls are currently adorned with fine pen & ink artworks by illustrator Hannah Kelly (the art is for sale). Gooseneck is another highly welcome addition to the coffee scene in this part of Edinburgh.<br /><br />
More: <a href="https://www.gooseneckcafe.com/" target="_blank">Gooseneck Cafe website</a><br />
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Edinburgh <br />
EH3 9DX<br />
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Opening a new coffee shop during a global pandemic is a sign of optimism. Brew'd is an excellent new arrival in Edinburgh's speciality coffee scene and will hopefully thrive despite the circumstances of its birth.<br />
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Enthusiastic owner/ manager Andrew Cohen brings his experience of running a cafe in his native Sydney to Edinburgh. 'I always wanted to get back into coffee..and after 6 years here in Edinburgh I thought that now was the right time...not knowing a pandemic was about to arrive!'. But 'we've been ticking over quite nicely which is all we could hope for in the circumstances...most importantly it's been really good fun'.<br />
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After securing the lease in February (it was a small newsagent beforehand), Brew'd opened on the 18th June. They have been attracting a steady flow of customers to the shop since then and selling beans online and to their wholesale clients.<br />
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As the Source Coffee Company they roast on site (at least three times a week) as well as sourcing beans from other roasters. Source Coffee also offer training for beginner and intermediate baristas.<br />
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When we visited they were offering two fine espresso options on their Kees van der Westen machine; a citrusy Colombia Las Mercedes and and a Ugandan Kisinga from Omwani Coffee. The Ugandan was satisfyingly smooth and chocolatey and beautifully made.<br />
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Running as a takeaway during this period, they are installing stool seating for when sitting in is possible. Along with vinyl specialists Assai Records over the road, Gooseneck Coffee and the secondhand bookshops of West Port, Brew'd is a welcome addition to an increasingly interesting quarter of the city.<br /><br />
More: <a href="https://thesourcecoffee.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Source Coffee</a><br />
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Edinburgh<br />
EH1 2JN<br />
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Nestled just around the corner from the Castle and the Grassmarket on Upper Bow is this lovely cosy nook that opened in late 2019.<br />
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At Hideout Old Town you can enjoy coffee from Bristol speciality coffee roaster Clifton, pulled on a super slick Slayer machine. When we visited, they were using Clifton's seasonal espresso blend EQ V.18 and producing lovely espresso-based coffees.<br />
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The Old Town branch of Hideout is an ideal spot in which to dodge the tourist hoardes (at least 5 tour groups passed by during our hour there) whilst also sipping speciality coffee.<br />
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The Hideout team have made great use of the small and charming space with a selection of snug corners in which to relax. In some ways this place lives up even more to the Hideout name than their original cafe in Leith, which is at a fairly busy junction.<br />
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We visited on what apparently had been a 'crazy day’ (a combination of wet weather and school holidays) according to Hideout's barista - meaning that by 2.30pm they had pretty much sold out of their nice selection of sandwiches, filled croissants etc; but they did have their tasty soup which was ideal on what was a particularly dreich day in the capital. We also had their fantastic honey cake, which is a bit of a signature dish of the café. Hideout also serve Teapig teas and a range of sodas.<br />
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As with their well-established sister cafe in Leith this place has a distinct vintage feel with a range of intriguing old coffee makers and music coming from cassettes. Anyone who grew up in the 80s or 90s will feel a wave of nostalgia as they browse the wall of tapes. Lou Reed and Bowie tunes were wafting around the cafe on our visit.<br />
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It’s great to be able to find speciality coffee in such a touristy area. Don’t miss it if you find yourself near the Castle.<br /><br />
More: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/hideoutcafeoldtown/" target="_blank">Hideout Old Town Facebook</a><br />
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Stockbrige<br />
EH3 5AZ<br />
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Fortitude's Stockbridge cafe opened in February 2020 and we ventured along in the lashing rain to see how they could build on the great reputation of their well-established York Place café and coffee roasting business.<br />
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As soon as we entered we felt it was very promising! They have kept the lovely tiled walls but have opened out the interior, creating an airy and warm space showcasing a chic long wooden bench filled with gleaming built-in coffee making equipment. This positioning of the coffee equipment at counter top level helps maintain the feeling of spaciousness and the Scandinavian influenced furniture gives the shop a lovely feel. Coffee geeks will quickly clock the Modbar under counter espresso machine - cutting edge tech that's currently a rare find in Scotland. The time and thought spent developing the interior (previously occupied by Ronde Cafe/Cycles) has absolutely paid off.<br />
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Opening a cafe in an area already well populated with cafes might seem risky. Niall the manager pointed out that while Stockbridge may be full of cafes, only a few (such as Artisan Roast) are coffee specialists so there's room to address the unmet demand for high quality coffee. While Stockbridge already has a strong base including the Sunday Markets, he sees it's "on the up in terms of high quality food and drink".<br />
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What their second, larger shop offers Fortitude is the opportunity to expand the food and coffee offering. As well as a range of breakfast options, a tasty range of sandwiches are on offer, Union of Genius soups and baking supplied by artisan French bakery Au Gourmand. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free choices are also featured on the menu. Our grilled cheese sandwich with pickle was ideal fare for such inclement weather.<br />
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At time of visiting the main espresso coffee was El Sauce-Peruvian - towards the fruitier end - and our meticulously made cortados were a treat. The other espresso on offer was a National Colombian and there were three pour over options and one batch brew.<br />
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While coffee lovers are spoilt for choice, tea drinkers will enjoy the Good & Proper leaf teas. The shop also sells coffee making paraphernalia and Fortitude branded products (reusable cups etc).<br />
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Niall and his team enjoyed a "good first day despite the horrendous weather". We have no doubt that Fortitude will make a success of their venture Northwards.<br />
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<b><i>Review and photo by Charlie Ellis & Eva Vaporidis</i></b><br />
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More: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fortitudecoffee/" target="_blank">Fortitude Coffee Instagram</a><br />
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Aboyne<br />
Aberdeenshire<br />
AB34 5HX<br />
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Spider on a bicycle was recommended by one of our coffee lovers, and is high on our list for a visit soon.<br />
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They've not stinted on the gear - with their La Marzocco pride of place - and use Glasgow-based Papercup Coffee which we rate highly.<br />
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The shop is on Station Square in a stone building that was once part of the railway and has an airy, elegant feel with the curved ceiling and windows, enhanced by a cheery, classy colour scheme. The decor of recycled timbers and eclectic home-away-from-home furnishings adds to the relaxed ambience.<br />
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The wholesome food is generally made on site using ingredients sourced as locally as possible. You'll enjoy a varying menu of creative cakes, salads, soups, mezze style platters, brunches, toasties and more. Vegetarians as well as meat eaters will find joy here!<br />
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Dogs are welcome. This is definitely a coffee highlight in the region!<br />
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(Photos from Spider on a bicycle's instagram stream)<br />
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More: <a href="http://facebook.com/pg/spideronabicycle/" target="_blank">facebook.com/pg/spideronabicycle/</a>
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Regent Walk, University of Aberdeen, AB24 3EB<br />
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Foodstory have been turning out great food and coffee for years from their Thistle Street shop - with a big ethical, community-inclusive and sustainable focus.<br />
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Foodstory Zero is their smaller cafe at Aberdeen Uni - offering Glasgow's tasty Dear Green coffee as well as a small but perfectly formed menu such as porridge, granola, toasties, salads, hot pots and cakes that are all vegan, vegetarian and/or gluten free.<br />
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In keeping with their environmentally sustainable menu, this is a zero packaging cafe. You'll need to bring your own reusable cups, bowls, plates etc. There's also a smart selection of reusables available for purchase. There should be more of it!<br />
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South Queensferry<br />
EH30 9PP<br />
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Espresso<br />
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The Little Bakery is on South Queensferry's High Street - which has to be one of Scotland's quaintest, plus its location and view of the bridges is stunning.<br />
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On the coffee front, you can choose from all the usual espresso-based options using their own Little Bakery blend from Stafford-based coffee roasters Hasbean. When we visited it was 60% El Salvador Argentina washed and 40% Bolivia Don Carlos Bourbon washed. Hasbean is a highly regarded speciality coffee roaster and relatively rare in Scottish coffee shops, so South Queensferry residents are indeed fortunate.<br />
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Their wide range of cakes are made onsite and include scones, brownies, biscuits, cakes, cupcakes and more sitting alongside a big brunch-related menu plus burgers, salads and sandwiches.<br />
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You order and pay at the counter and your food is brought to your table.<br />
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We would say, however, that this shop isn't little. It's actually quite big and does a roaring trade with a constant queue of customers.<br />
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More: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheLittleBakeryofSouthQueensferry/" target="_blank">The Little Bakery Facebook</a>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com06 High St, South Queensferry EH30 9LJ, UK55.989912399999987 -3.395811200000025630.467877899999987 -44.704405200000025 81.511946899999984 37.912782799999974tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881369103807140080.post-64318079562751892012019-11-11T21:32:00.000+00:002020-03-05T21:34:40.829+00:00The Apothecary - Ellon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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21 The Square,<br />
Ellon<br />
Aberdeenshire<br />
AB41 9JB</div>
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Espresso, cafetiere, pour over (kalita)<br />
Coffee: Artisan Roast<br />
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The Coffee Apothecary Ellon (5♥) is owners Ali and Jonny's second cafe, building on the success of the much-loved Udny shop.<br />
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In a part of the world where great coffee is rare indeed, The Coffee Apothecary team are relative lone wolves. While the standard of coffee is very high, they also offer choices of seasonal beans and brewing methods. Brilliant.<br />
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And their passion extends beyond coffee and into food and drink. The menu is extensive, creative and wholesome. Their cakes amazing and they offer cheese and charcuterie platters and wine (as well as other alcoholic beverages).<br />
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This shop would absolutely hold it's own in a big city. The folk of Ellon are indeed lucky!<br />
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More: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/thecoffeeapothecaryellon" target="_blank">facebook.com/thecoffeeapothecaryellon</a>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com021 The Square, Ellon AB41 9JB, UK57.3653108 -2.070657431.843276300000003 -43.3792514 82.8873453 39.2379366tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881369103807140080.post-41538753639252708732019-11-11T12:00:00.000+00:002020-01-18T19:39:58.818+00:00Luckie Beans Coffee - Haymarket<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Coffee: Luckie Beans Coffee Roasters<br />
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The Luckie Beans Coffee cart is a welcome sight as you make your way through the airy entry hall of Edinburgh's Haymarket Station toward the ticket barriers.<br />
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They offer tasty flat whites using their Love Lane house blend, with beans originating from India, Kenya, Guatemala and Brazil. Expert baristas bring out the sweetness, rounding out the gutsy brew that will keep traditional and more adventurous speciality coffee lovers happy on their journey.<br />
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Roasting out of Berwick upon Tweed, Luckie Beans make regular appearances at markets around Southern Scotland, but their coffee cart is also a permanent fixture for Edinburgh's commuters and cross-country travellers.<br />
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Understandably, coffee is Luckie's main priority, but you can also pick up a muffin, danish or croissant to help soak up the caffeine as well as crisps, biscuits, chocolate bars and other train-worthy snacks and cold drinks.<br />
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It's often hard to get good quality coffee at railway stations, which are generally known for ghastly ubiquitous chain stores. It's great to see Luckie on the Haymarket station menu and the retro styling of their coffee cart is also super cute.<br />
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To top it off, you can choose from a selection of Luckie's beans, all bagged up and ready to go, for brewing at home or work.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Edinburgh EH12 5EY, UK55.9455967 -3.218879900000047255.9444852 -3.221401400000047 55.9467082 -3.2163584000000474tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881369103807140080.post-1398150986249156252019-07-11T20:17:00.001+01:002019-07-11T22:42:29.648+01:00Mr Eion Trinity<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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44-44a East Trinity Rd<br />
EH5 3DJ</div>
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Filter, Espresso<br />
Coffee: Mr Eion<br />
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Mr Eion's cafe in Trinity has wide open windows to the street to welcome you in.<br />
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Speaking of welcoming, Mr Eion's roastery in Stockbridge has been supplying coffee lovers with a wide range of beans for many a year from their original bean shop.<br />
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Their Trinity cafe offers their beans - weighed out and priced by the gram depending on your needs - within a cafe environment of long pale timber tables and chairs, a tasty menu and a choice of espresso or filter based drinks.<br />
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This is the only speciality coffee shop in the area - with the closest choices being in Leith - so definitely worth a visit if you're in the area<br />
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9 Dock St<br />
Dundee<br />
DD1 3DR<br />
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Sorbus is a small coffee shop in Dundee's historic centre that packs a lot in.<br />
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They're serving up carefully made espresso-based coffees using Unorthodox Roaster's 'Wee Stoater' - a natural Brazilian - Minor Figures cold coffees and Eteaket teas.<br />
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There's a handful of small tables at which to sit and chill, surrounded by Dock Street Studios artworks, candles, soaps, jewellery and other objects on sale.<br />
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The Studios host all sorts of events and offers local creatives a platform to showcase their art, homewares, furnishings and more and are just across the road from the V&A Dundee.<br />
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Also, keep an eye on Sorbus' social channels for coffee tasting and learning events.<br />
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More: <a href="http://facebook.com/sorbuscoffeedundee/" target="_blank">facebook.com/sorbuscoffeedundee/</a>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com09 Dock St, Dundee DD1 3DR, UK56.4597402 -2.96768900000006430.9377057 -44.276283000000063 81.9817747 38.340904999999935tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881369103807140080.post-15969942762849261062019-06-12T20:24:00.000+01:002020-03-05T20:38:28.385+00:00Gannet and Guga<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Unit 2, 3 The Arches<br />
EH8 8FS<br />
Edinburgh</div>
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Gannet and Guga is a gourmet sandwich shop in The Arches, near Waverley Station in Edinburgh's Old Town.<br />
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While food is very much the focus of both the owner and the shop, they've applied their discerning tastebuds to their approach to coffee - chosing Glasgow-based roaster Dear Green.<br />
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The food is many and varied and cooked onsite in the historic and curved stone 'cave' under the roadway above. You'll be greeted with tantalising smells when you stop in, conjured from several pots simmering behind the counter. Scottish fresh and locally sourced ingredients are showcased in menu items such 'Risk it for a Brisket' - home made traditional salt beef with their own sweet juniper pickled cucumber, cheese and mustard, 'Banh Mi for Life' - super tasty vietnamese inspired sandwiches and 'Jerk's on you' - chargrilled jerk spiced chicken, mango chutney and lime, coriander and red onion slaw, plus soups, cakes, vietnamese rice paper rolls and wide range of healthy drinks and juices.<br />
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For visitors who may be unaware, gannets are north sea birds and guga's are their babies. They're the subject of local sayings such as "eating like gannets" meaning eating a lot which makes perfect sense when you smell the food here! The bird theme is carried through the elegant origami flock of paper birds that adorn the arched stone ceiling above the servery.<br />
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Gannet and Guga gets the thumbs up from us!<br />
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45 Easter Rd<br />
EH7 5PL</div>
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Little Fitzroy takes it's name from the Melbourne suburb, well known for it's quality speciality coffee among many other cool things.<br />
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They're located on Easter Road - near the London Road end - and offer kalita wave filter, espresso and cold coffees. Their choice of high quality speciality coffee suppliers include locals such as Fortitude, Machina, William and Johnson, Common, Obadiah and Dear Green as well as folks from a little further afield such as personal faves of ours Girls who Grind.<br />
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Expect to choose from two espresso and two filter coffees on any visit - expertly made and regularly changing to keep your taste buds entertained.<br />
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Their food is freshly prepped, includes indulgent cakes and is vegan. They open at 7am which is another nod to Aussie coffee shops who recognise that the need is greater in the morning than later in the day!<br />
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They also have a selection of home brew kit. Handy.<br />
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41A Frederick St <br />
EH2 1EP</div>
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Espresso, filter<br />
Coffee: Guests<br />
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A short set of stone stairs take you down from street level past a table & chairs and into the open fronted shop. We very much liked the decor of simple chunky wood with equally chunky old metal machinery holding up various chairs, tables and benches. To the right side of the entry is a deceptively large seating area that is very cosy.</div>
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Owner Robi and his friendly team use guest beans from a range of European specialty coffee roaster which we very much enjoy in our flat whites. Fiercely passionate about great coffee, Cairngorm is well worth dropping into.</div>
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39 Argyle Place<br />
EH9 1JT</div>
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Detour Espresso is an open, light-filled coffee shop on the South side of Edinburgh's city centre.<br />
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Their house espresso is Dark Horse from Birmingham's independent roaster Quarter Horse. 50/50 Brazilian and Nicaraguan, this seasonally changing blend is far from dark. There's plenty of brightness to keep speciality coffee lovers happy.<br />
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You can also expect regularly changing guests - quite often from more local roasters - on espresso and batch brew.<br />
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Cakes, soups, sandwiches and other tasty snacks are on offer as well as a fridge full of tempting drinks including Clever Kombucha, Lemonaid and Charitea ranges.<br />
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The space is airy, the decor simple and the vibe chilled. A very nice spot to stop by or pick up a take-away (in your re-usable cup) before heading to the Meadows for a stroll.<br />
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G41 1AQ<br />
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Espresso and batch brew<br />
Coffee: Good Coffee Cartel<br />
Also: Coffee gear, beans, doughnuts<br />
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The Good Coffee Cartel is a Glasgow-based coffee roaster, set up by Courtney and Todd, previously from local roaster Avenue.<br />
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They've taken over a large space just off Paisley Road West, on the south side as you head out of central Glasgow, and parked their much loved Probat in the corner.<br />
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They're sourcing juicy, bright, sustainable coffees and changing them seasonally. You can expect an espresso - expertly pulled on their Kees Van Der Westen - and one or two filters from their Fetco batch brewer. When we went they were serving their Colombian Excelso, Ethiopian Warquee and Guatemalan Finca La Torre washed and unwashed roasts, but were looking forward to a Kenyan soon. Definitely worth checking back regularly!<br />
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And for those who don't live nearby, coffee joy is at hand via <a href="https://thegoodcoffeecartel.com/collections/coffee" target="_blank">their website</a> where you can order their beans to be delivered - freshly roasted.<br />
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At the moment you can tuck into a doughnut from fellow coffee professional Darryl Docherty, but look out for regular promotions of food pop-ups and collaborations.<br />
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We like the decor and feel of the Good Coffee Cartel. Big windows at the front bring in the light with plenty of informal seating at the front and rear. The barista works at a big central bench that is surrounded by stools for customers - with chatting encouraged.<br />
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The owners have highlighted some of the industrial past of the building, with plenty of exposed brick and chipboard. And the window in the loo showcasing their staircase to nowhere is a nice surprise. The space is softened with a very nice shade of teal blue, plenty of magazines to peruse and an internal coffee store with equipment, artwork, bags of their beans and clothing.<br />
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Adding to the cool factor is the in-house ceramics studio. These coffee lovers are sharing some of their space with Cathleen Nyman of Studio CN and Steph Baxter who've set up their kilns and workshop. We look forward to seeing their output, some of which is on sale in the shop.<br />
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All in all, Glasgow is the lucky home of another top quality Scottish specialty roaster!<br />
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More: <a href="http://facebook.com/thegoodcoffeecartel/" target="_blank">facebook.com/thegoodcoffeecartel</a><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com012 Cornwall St, Glasgow G41 1AQ, UK55.8521092 -4.287305199999991630.3300747 -45.595899199999991 81.3741437 37.021288800000008tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881369103807140080.post-68204448115516891092018-12-17T22:42:00.000+00:002018-12-19T07:47:02.384+00:00Lowdown Coffee<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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40 George St <br />
EH2 2LE<br />
Edinburgh</div>
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Espresso, Kalita Wave, Torch Mountain Dripper, Clover<br />
Coffee: Koppi<br />
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Lowdown Coffee (5♥) is on the lower ground floor of a multi-story, grandly proportioned Georgian town house in appropriately named George Street. The coffee served is excellent and brew methods varied.<br />
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Owner Paul Anderson has a close relationship with renowned Swedish roasting house Koppi, bringing yet more variety to our city's high end coffee scene.<br />
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Koppi were set up by Swedish barista champions Anne Lunell and Charles Nystrand and only roast high quality coffee they've sourced themselves and know to be sustainable.<br />
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Lowdown offer a several options in the Koppi coffee range - matching beans to brew methods across espresso, Kalita Wave, Torch Mountain Dripper and Clover. The latter two brew methods are in relative low supply in Edinburgh, as are shops that serve Koppi, so Lowdown definitely provides something unique.<br />
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The shop is wider than it is deep, accessed via stairs from street level. In sunnier months there'll be six or so tables in the outside space, plus the six or so that are inside. Running along part of the back wall is a smart, smooth work bench on which rests their prized Slayer, Mahlkonig EKK43 grinder and Clover. The decor is clean-lined and minimalist, softened with natural timber and fibre furnishings.<br />
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Tea drinkers are far from neglected. They can sip London's Postcard Teas, sourced from small farms (less than 15 acres) so it tastes good, as well as does good, for small producers and communities.<br />
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On the food side you can enjoy pastries, cakes and soups. Lowdown is also carrying the spectacularly packaged Compartés Gourmet Chocolate Bars.<br />
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All in all, a shop not to miss on the Edinburgh coffee trail.<br />
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More: <a href="https://facebook.com/lowdowncoffee/" target="_blank">facebook.com/lowdowncoffee</a>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com040 George St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2LE, UK55.9530663 -3.197862399999962755.952510800000006 -3.1991228999999626 55.9536218 -3.1966018999999628tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881369103807140080.post-21286455093198888772018-11-23T21:24:00.000+00:002018-12-19T07:45:49.618+00:00Mayze Coffee & Food<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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974 Argyle St <br />
G3 8LU Glasgow</div>
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Espresso, batch brew, filter, nitro col<br />
Coffee: The Good Coffee Cartel<br />
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Mayze Coffee & Food (5♥) is located in Finnieston, just West of Glasgow's city centre.<br />
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Owners Gillian and Craig bring a significant amount of speciality coffee and cafe experience to this shop, having been in Glasgow's coffee scene for many years. They also run <a href="https://www.somethingbrewed.co.uk/" target="_blank">Something Brewed</a> - their coffee and tea pop-up bar for special events.<br />
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Their coffee is provided by locals and long time pals <a href="http://edinburghcoffeelovers.blogspot.co.uk/2017/10/good-coffee-cartel.html" target="_blank">The Good Coffee Cartel</a> (previous work mates from Avenue) who favour bright seasonally changing speciality coffees.<br />
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Collaborators Faceplant help Mayze turn out a wide range of every-changing tasty vegetarian and vegan food. Brunch is a major attraction, offering big veggie fry ups, waffles and avocado toast. Lunch features burritos, toasties and a daily special main meal. And then there's the mouthwatering cakes, often vegan, gluten-free or both.<br />
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Mayze is a winner and will keep you coming back with their regularly changing menu of coffee, cakes and meals.<br />
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More: <a href="http://facebook.com/mayzefinnieston/" target="_blank">facebook.com/mayzefinnieston/</a>
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129 High St <br />
Kinross KY13 8AQ</div>
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Pour over, espresso<br />
Coffee: Unorthodox Roasters<br />
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Unorthodox Roasters in the town of Kinross - about a 50 minute drive North of Edinburgh - is a roastery and cafe.<br />
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Owners Neil Buchan and Chris Bode have their 6kg Giesen roaster proudly sitting up front alongside the customers’ chairs and tables.<br />
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They offer V60 pour over and, more recently, have added espresso based drinks to their menu. Their overarching ethos is to ensure customers are getting what they want.<br />
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They're aiming to demystify specialty coffee for their customers by fully explaining the taste profiles of their range and encouraging customers to try new things, as well as catering to those who tend toward a traditional taste profile.<br />
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It's worth visiting their website to get the gist of their unorthodox ethos, and you can order beans - and now specialty teas - to be delivered by mail if Kinross is not in your neighbourhood. Their range changes but this gives you an indicator:<br />
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<li>Wee Stoater - Chocolate, Hazelnut, Caramel - Brazil/Nicaragua</li>
<li>Fire Bird - Chestnut, Apricot, Chocolate - Rwanda/Brazil</li>
<li>Politik - Make. Coffee. Great. Again. - Rwanda</li>
<li>Clockword Ninja - Brazil nut, Apple, Cocao - Colombia</li>
<li>Jackpot - Blood orange zest - D.R. Congo</li>
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The food menu is evolving and includes avocado on sourdough, smoked salmon bagels, banana loaf, brownies and other cakes. And the cafe is quite roomy with lots of light, a rustic-meets-make-do-hipster decor and plenty of room to sit down and chill out.<br />
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Neil and Chris were inspired by a major trip they took through Central and South America - much of which was spent building their appreciation and knowledge of specialty coffee. Prior to this epiphany, neither had a background in coffee but have since been engrossed and have now realised their dream to both roast coffee, and open their coffee shop.<br />
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And to finish - this is one of the few places in Kinross and surrounds that's open on a Sunday - for all the walkers, runners and cyclists out there!<br />
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More: <a href="http://facebook.com/unorthodoxroasters/" target="_blank">facebook.com/unorthodoxroasters/</a>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0129 High St, Kinross KY13 8AQ, UK56.2029691 -3.420757500000036156.2029691 -3.4207575000000361 56.2029691 -3.4207575000000361tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881369103807140080.post-79682919962940326062018-10-23T08:40:00.000+01:002018-12-19T07:40:02.636+00:00Red Kite Cafe<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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7-8 Cadzow Pl<br />
EH7 5SN</div>
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Espresso<br />
Coffee: Artisan Roast<br />
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Red Kite Cafe (3♥) is a big open cafe on busy Cadzow Place, otherwise known as London Road, near Abbeyhill.<br />
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They're serving up Artisan Roast espresso-based coffees, in tune with their ethos of using great quality ingredients. You'll pick up all your coffee favourites plus hot chocolate and a range of Anteaques teas.<br />
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Red Kite is definitely a foodie haven. They take sourcing seriously, prioritising and naming the local producers who supply their ingredients. Brunch is a major highlight with plenty to choose from. They may include home made granola with yoghurt and compote, big breakfasts (for meat-lovers and vegetarians), shakshuka (eggs baked in tomato and peppers with lime yoghurt) and sausage rolls with onion marmalade.<br />
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There are also hearty lunches, soups, salads, tortillas, and the front counter is covered with an array of sweet sticky cakes and pastries.<br />
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There's plenty of tables and chairs and attentive friendly table service. The atmosphere is relaxed and everyone is made to feel welcome - with high chairs for little people and a bench with stools across the wide glass frontage if you're in the mood for watching the world go by.<br />
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More: <a href="http://facebook.com/redkiteedinburgh/" target="_blank">facebook.com/redkiteedinburgh/</a>
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53 London St<br />
EH3 6LX</div>
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Coffee: Guests<br />
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Life Story (4♥) is a Scandi-inspired homewares store, completely at home on Edinburgh's creative Broughton Street. (The address is London Street but the shop faces Broughton Street)<br />
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While spending time pouring over all manner of lovely goods is already an enjoyable experience, it is of course enhanced by having a nice coffee - either sit-in or in a take-away cup while you wander about the store.<br />
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The Life Story folks are using guests including Edinburgh's Artisan Roast beans (one of their coffee shops is a one minute walk up Broughton Street), The Roasting Shed and Johan & Nystrom and doing a fine job with them. If you'd like to sit down to enjoy your espresso-based coffee, and perhaps a little bit of accompanying gluten free and/or vegan cake from Grams near Haymarket, there's a spot made just for you at the rear of the store near the window that looks on to a leafy patch of green. You'll feel very serene - surrounded by lovely designer furnishings.<br />
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The main act is definitely the large range of goodies that you didn't realise you really need until you see them. It's worth taking your time to have a good poke around in Life Story because the more you look the more you find. Greeting cards, note pads, clips, stationery, shelving, crockery, cutlery, books, cushions, furniture, artworks, lighting, candles, jewellery, waste paper baskets and the list goes on. All of a complimentary clean lines, meets clever design, meets practically useful kind of styling. <br />
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More: <a href="http://facebook.com/lifestoryshop" target="_blank">facebook.com/lifestoryshop</a>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com080 Broughton St, Edinburgh EH3 6LX, UK55.959046 -3.190835200000037730.4370115 -44.499429200000037 81.4810805 38.117758799999962tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5881369103807140080.post-52400645715868634812018-10-15T20:40:00.000+01:002018-12-19T07:38:52.251+00:00Twelve Triangles Portobello<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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300 Portobello High St<br />
EH15 2AS</div>
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Twelve Triangles Portobello (4♥) is a bakery cafe on Portobello High Street near the corner of Bellfield Street.<br />
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Consistent with their sister shop in Leith, they do a great job with North Berwick-based Steampunk coffee. Available in take-away cups, their coffee is jam-packed with the layers of gutsy flavours we've grown to love from Steampunk.<br />
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Twelve Triangles have a justly deserved reputation for turning out high quality and creative bakery items. They started off being most famous for their filled doughnuts - before anyone else was really doing them in Edinburgh - with fillings such as maple pecan custard, chocolate peanut butter and apple and cinnamon.<br />
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They've gone on to expand their fame for creative, crusty breads (that subscribe to the Real Bread Campaign's 'no artificial additives' ethos), pies ('hand pies' with fillings such as lentil and feta, potato and cheese), focaccia with savoury herbs and toppings and a wide range of pastries, brioches, scones and buns.<br />
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This is primarily a shop where you pick up your delectable breads and coffee and wander out again clutching as much as you can carry. There's no sit-down seating provided.<br />
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Go visit. If you don't live in the area you'll wish it was your local bakery and coffee shop!<br />
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