It was a hard decision to make that one afternoon, when I only had half an hour to spare and was craving a good cup of coffee…… Read more “La Barantine”
Author: Aleks Jurczak
Loudons Cafe and Bakery
I very rarely visit the Edinburgh Quay area, but whenever I happen to go down Fountainbridge, there are a few venues that catch my eye every single…… Read more “Loudons Cafe and Bakery”
Patisserie Valerie
“Aleks, are you still doing your cafe reviews?” I was asked the other day by my friend. “Yes…” I replied with a sigh. I have been neglecting…… Read more “Patisserie Valerie”
Valencia: strong, bitter, unpredictable
The title, of course, refers to coffee in Valencia. Having said that, I have to admit, that this is also my perception of the lifestyle in this…… Read more “Valencia: strong, bitter, unpredictable”
The Manna House
It was one of the last glorious May days in Edinburgh which I spent sunbathing on Calton Hill, learning German and listening to a Swedish band on my…… Read more “The Manna House”
Peter’s Yard
It was one of those miraculous hot May days in Edinburgh that saw near-to-naked teenagers barbecuing at the Meadows and the streets littered by plastic cups (Starbucks…… Read more “Peter’s Yard”
