13
Sep
Just the perfect place for a hang over coffee, or a sharp caffeine boost pre jog or towpath cycling. This tiny slither of a coffee shop sits on the edge of the canal near Dalston junction, London. Elegant cups and a strong flavour of European flair exude from this super friendly pit stop, the cakes are amazing, the coffee fresh and rich roast, with daily specials thrown in for good measure.
You simply can’t go wrong, but with the Autumn approaching take a wrap around to keep snug and watch the boats and birds go by! For a fuller review see here.
10
Sep
Birmingham is priming itself for a funky new food arena launching in 2011 – lets hope the focus is on Independent Food Brands not high-street food chains. The new scheme which is called Spiceal Street, draws on the areas’ history. During the 1700s the original Spiceal Street, in the same location as the proposed development, was known for its hospitality, grocery and meat trade.
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6
Sep
Here’s a quick shot of the potatoes that I helped grow this year from what we fondly call The Urban Garden which is located right in the centre of Sheffield City. We grew a variety of 2 potatoes, these are a sneak peek of the first of the crop. More to follow. I’ll let you know how they tasted too, and how I cooked them. They are currently residing in a thick market brown paper bag ready for a spectacular feast I’m planning later in the month.
3
Sep
Ice cream is making a comeback. Forget Fab lollies and kitsch 1950s paraphernalia and say hello to a world of adult indulgence, bespoke flavours and retail drama. John Stones from Design Week warms to this chilled reinvention.
You’ve got to feel a bit sorry for ice cream. Once everyone’s favourite treat, it’s been eclipsed recently by its more svelte and fashionable sister, frozen yogurt. Read more »
