Category: Coffee
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Coffee in Paris: Staying Caffeinated in the French Capital
There’s no question about it, I’m definitely cooler in Paris. Who would’ve thought that the self-titled old lady would be caught drinking coffee at 5pm? Being on holiday, all normal routines were out the window, including my early bedtime, so having caffeine later in the afternoon was a non issue.…
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Mornings at the Palmerston
The Palmerston has become more than my favourite restaurant in Edinburgh. It’s somewhat of a safe haven that comes with a delectable selection of bread and pastries. Placed in the top 100 at the National Restaurant Awards this year, it isn’t (and never has been) one of Edinburgh’s ‘hidden’ gems.…
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Coffee in Edinburgh: Lovecrumbs
Isn’t ‘Lovecumbs’ the cutest name for a coffee shop? Located in West Port, just up from the busy Grassmarket, it’s right next door to Edinburgh College of Art (part of the University of Edinburgh) which was convenient for me, back in my music student days. I first went to Lovecrumbs…
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Edinburgh’s Newest Pastry Spot: Patina
Recently I took a trip to Patina, a newly opened eatery in Edinburgh. Out west in Edinburgh Park, you’ll find this modern bakery, restaurant and bar only a stone’s throw away from the tram stop which for me, was a perfect way to spend the morning of a day off…
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Coffee in Edinburgh: The Milkman
Even before I started drinking coffee, the Milkman was on my radar as a place to visit. You’ll struggle to find a more picturesque coffee shop in Edinburgh as it sits perfectly on the cobbles of Cockburn (pronounced Coe-burn) Street. With great coffee, friendly staff and the most photogenic window…
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Coffee in Edinburgh: Strumpets
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Strumpets has permanently closed its doors. I miss it often. I believe that Strumpets is a true hidden gem in Edinburgh serving delicious coffee. Tucked away on William Street in the West End, the light blue facade brings a pop of colour to…
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Coffee in Edinburgh: Burr & Co
Burr and Co has established itself in my heart and has earned a place in my, “Top Five Places for Coffee in Edinburgh,” obviously a very coveted place to be. Located on George Street in central Edinburgh it’s a great place to stop for lunch or coffee when having a…
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Coffee in Edinburgh: Oqo
I am a huge fan of studying in coffee shops. I prefer it to trying to work in my bedroom because there is less to distract me, not to mention the fact that I can’t make decent coffee at home. I’ve made a list of all the coffees shops/cafes in…
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The Long Dog Café and Boutique
Few cafes have completely captured my heart in the same way that The Long Dog Café has. Whilst Edinburgh may have a vast collection of coffee shops with aesthetics I adore, when I am home in Aberdeen, I make my way to the west end and treat myself to a…
Becca Marriner 