“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”
Category: Travel Log
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”
Valvona & Crolla
Visited at Jenners Department Store Strolling down Rose Street towards the train station I was looking around for a nice coffee place to have our last brew…… Read more “Valvona & Crolla”
Vittoria Leith
Not exactly a cafe, Vittoria has been on my cards for a while, as the look of it (especially after a recent refurb) is very appealing. Plus, it’s…… Read more “Vittoria Leith”
The Elephant House
I had planned to visit this place for months, building expectations on its fame of the “birthplace of Harry Potter”. When my mum came to Edinburgh a…… Read more “The Elephant House”
A Black Spot 