I did a double-take when I crossed the threshold this time, as a man was passionately playing a piano, making me wonder if I stumbled on a private event. Quick glance around the rather extensive, basement-hang-out-like venue confirmed everyone was pretty relaxed and in their own conversations, so I progressed to the counter at the far end to make an order.
Category: Hidden
Cafe Twenty One
My enthusiasm waned when I realised the coffee shop is adjacent to the train station (which I thought had been terminated – shows you my ignorance!); past experience never delivered a quality coffee in such context…
Fable
Speaking of religion at the dinner table can be risky, but bear with me in this review, as it puts my next coffee venture in context.
Newton Dee Café
Only upon arrival I realised it was a community centre… I wasn’t deterred, however (although I did adjust my taste expectations) because the place had a charming feel about it – reminding me of summer camp retreat…
Finzean Farm Shop
As a farmshop, it is off the beaten track, but reachable by road from two sides – and offering stunning views in between. Sadly, that rain was fast approaching, so I settled for sitting in rather than enjoying the country air.
Coastal Cuppie
I didn’t let the sight of a wooden shack put me off – we’ve seen worse on this site after all! – but I was a bit concerned when I couldn’t spot a coffee machine inside…
A Black Spot 