As a fan of the cappuccino, and having a reputation for being a serial coffee drinker, I have at last succumbed to the temptation to keep a record of where I partake of my favourite drink, and share my experiences with whoever wants to drop in and have a look. I'd like to say drop in and have a coffee, but the best we can do in this situation is to drop in and talk about coffee, so please feel free to comment on posts and share your experiences.
Thursday, 5 June 2014
Time for something a little different...
Having been exceedingly busy with my business of late, I have not been able to get out as much (hopefully due to change soon), so I thought I would share a coffee-related joke that a friend sent to me. Hope you like it.
A group of seniors were sitting around talking about all their ailments at Starbucks.
"My arms have got so weak I can hardly lift this cup of coffee," said one.
"Yes, I know," said another. "My cataracts are so bad; I can't even see
my coffee."
"I couldn't even mark an "X" at election time because my hands are so
crippled," volunteered a third.
"What? Speak up! What? I can't hear you” said one elderly lady.
"I can't turn my head because of the arthritis in my neck," said one,
to which several nodded weakly in agreement.
"My blood pressure pills make me so dizzy!" exclaimed another
"I forget where I am, and where I'm going," said another
"I guess that's the price we pay for getting old” winced an old man as he slowly shook his head. The others nodded in agreement
"Well, count your Blessings," said a woman cheerfully. "Thank God we
can all still drive."
A group of seniors were sitting around talking about all their ailments at Starbucks.
"My arms have got so weak I can hardly lift this cup of coffee," said one.
"Yes, I know," said another. "My cataracts are so bad; I can't even see
my coffee."
"I couldn't even mark an "X" at election time because my hands are so
crippled," volunteered a third.
"What? Speak up! What? I can't hear you” said one elderly lady.
"I can't turn my head because of the arthritis in my neck," said one,
to which several nodded weakly in agreement.
"My blood pressure pills make me so dizzy!" exclaimed another
"I forget where I am, and where I'm going," said another
"I guess that's the price we pay for getting old” winced an old man as he slowly shook his head. The others nodded in agreement
"Well, count your Blessings," said a woman cheerfully. "Thank God we
can all still drive."
CommuniTea Room, Rochdale
I am pleased to say that a new cafe has opened in Rochdale. Set up by a group of local people, and I understand financed by themselves, the CommuniTea Room, is aimed at serving just that, the Community.
As I understand it, all proceeds from the cafe are put straight back into serving the community, providing space and services to those people that need somewhere to go, or someone to talk to. I believe the plans are not yet fully implemented, but they are on their way with them.
I started with an Americano, as this is a better way to judge the pure taste of the coffee blend, and it was a very pleasant-smelling, aromatic flavour, with an almost fruity after-taste.
The next round was a cappuccino, and the pictures show how well that came out. The milkier rendition softened the taste of the cafe rather, but made it slightly more enjoyable, if anything.
The cafe has been very tastefully decorated, and is a pleasant place to be, and the gentleman serving while I was in is worthy of the title.
Going off the coffee, and the very reasonably-priced menu, I can see myself returning quite soon. Not least to try the Chinese chicken-flavoured samosas, that looked rather amazing.
As I understand it, all proceeds from the cafe are put straight back into serving the community, providing space and services to those people that need somewhere to go, or someone to talk to. I believe the plans are not yet fully implemented, but they are on their way with them.
I started with an Americano, as this is a better way to judge the pure taste of the coffee blend, and it was a very pleasant-smelling, aromatic flavour, with an almost fruity after-taste.
The next round was a cappuccino, and the pictures show how well that came out. The milkier rendition softened the taste of the cafe rather, but made it slightly more enjoyable, if anything.
The cafe has been very tastefully decorated, and is a pleasant place to be, and the gentleman serving while I was in is worthy of the title.
Going off the coffee, and the very reasonably-priced menu, I can see myself returning quite soon. Not least to try the Chinese chicken-flavoured samosas, that looked rather amazing.
Wednesday, 12 February 2014
Danczuk's Deli, Rochdale
Always up for trying a new coffee shop, I was left with not many other options(I know, slightly tongue-in-cheek comment), passing time before a business meeting in Rochdale this morning.
Not having been in the lovely little deli/cafe in The Walk yet since it opened recently, I was looking forward to sampling their offering of cappuccino.
I very much enjoyed my visit and will definitely be back in. The cappuccino was one of the best I have had recently, perfect strength (for me) and a good froth (you can't beat a good froth on a cappuccino!). The owner, Karen, was on first name terms with the other patron at the time, and was having a very friendly conversation, to which I was made welcome to join, and the time passed pleasantly and effortlessly before I had to make tracks to a business meeting (in another Rochdale cafe, believe it or not).
Not only is it good to see a new business opening in Rochdale, but great to see one that oozes quality, gives a great service and, most of all (!), serves a very nice cup of coffee.
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Not having been in the lovely little deli/cafe in The Walk yet since it opened recently, I was looking forward to sampling their offering of cappuccino.
I very much enjoyed my visit and will definitely be back in. The cappuccino was one of the best I have had recently, perfect strength (for me) and a good froth (you can't beat a good froth on a cappuccino!). The owner, Karen, was on first name terms with the other patron at the time, and was having a very friendly conversation, to which I was made welcome to join, and the time passed pleasantly and effortlessly before I had to make tracks to a business meeting (in another Rochdale cafe, believe it or not).
Not only is it good to see a new business opening in Rochdale, but great to see one that oozes quality, gives a great service and, most of all (!), serves a very nice cup of coffee.
Links:
Howard Wilkinson Photography - website
Howard Wilkinson Photography - Blog
Howard Wilkinson Photography - Facebook page
To save money on your monthly bills: CLICK HERE
For a very interesting second income opportunity - CLICK HERE
Part-time, hours totally flexible to suit your lifestyle.
Sunday, 6 October 2013
Gordon's Bistro in Gordon Rigg garden centre, Rochdale
Yesterday we paid another visit to Gordon's Bistro, in the award-winning Gordon Rigg garden centre on Kingsway, Rochdale.
I have been there several times, for pleasure, or to hold informal meetings in connection with my businesses.
Yesterday was a family time with one of my sons, and his family, after a lovely walk around Cowm Reservoir, Whitworth, watching the water skiers and having fun times with my grand sons.
A couple of things stood out for in particular, leading me to give them another entry on my blog...
Firstly, the rather cool G logo on the top of my cappuccino, and secondly, a rather impressive example of exceptional customer service.
One member of our group managed to accidentally drop their sandwich on the floor, while trying to share the very generous portion of coleslaw and side salad with someone else. When the waitress realised what had happened, she immediately took the recovered sandwich away and said they would make a completely fresh one. A few minutes later she returned with a freshly-made replacement.
Bearing in mind it was a customer's fault the sandwich was dropped, there was no obligation to replace it, but they did so without thinking about or questioning the situation. Top marks in my reckoning.
The prices are not the cheapest, but the value is excellent, if you know what I mean. Presentation, quality and quantity of food are top notch for a garden centre cafe, and I would thoroughly recommend Gordon's Bistro to anyone.
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I have been there several times, for pleasure, or to hold informal meetings in connection with my businesses.
Yesterday was a family time with one of my sons, and his family, after a lovely walk around Cowm Reservoir, Whitworth, watching the water skiers and having fun times with my grand sons.
A couple of things stood out for in particular, leading me to give them another entry on my blog...
Firstly, the rather cool G logo on the top of my cappuccino, and secondly, a rather impressive example of exceptional customer service.
One member of our group managed to accidentally drop their sandwich on the floor, while trying to share the very generous portion of coleslaw and side salad with someone else. When the waitress realised what had happened, she immediately took the recovered sandwich away and said they would make a completely fresh one. A few minutes later she returned with a freshly-made replacement.
Bearing in mind it was a customer's fault the sandwich was dropped, there was no obligation to replace it, but they did so without thinking about or questioning the situation. Top marks in my reckoning.
The prices are not the cheapest, but the value is excellent, if you know what I mean. Presentation, quality and quantity of food are top notch for a garden centre cafe, and I would thoroughly recommend Gordon's Bistro to anyone.
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Tuesday, 7 May 2013
The Corn Exchange, Manchester
Wasting a little time while my car was in for repair involved a train ride into Manchester and the inevitable coffee stop. Today I decided to venture into the Corn Exchange to enjoy the lovely surroundings, with a coffee courtesy of Caffe Nero, in one of the coolest looking structures I have seen for a coffee shop.
I opted for the cappuccino (to suit the purpose of this blog) as I find the Americano a little on the strong side in Caffe Nero.
It was a good choice, as the frothy milk offset the strength of the coffee nicely, making for a very nice cappuccino, as many are just not strong enough. I was able to sit and enjoy a lovely cup of coffee, while having the extra experience of watching SKY TV record a scene from the comedy series Give Out Girls. Signs around the mall suggested that the public should be aware that they may be filmed while in the building, but I think I was far enough out of view to not appear in the background.
I opted for the cappuccino (to suit the purpose of this blog) as I find the Americano a little on the strong side in Caffe Nero.
It was a good choice, as the frothy milk offset the strength of the coffee nicely, making for a very nice cappuccino, as many are just not strong enough. I was able to sit and enjoy a lovely cup of coffee, while having the extra experience of watching SKY TV record a scene from the comedy series Give Out Girls. Signs around the mall suggested that the public should be aware that they may be filmed while in the building, but I think I was far enough out of view to not appear in the background.
Saturday, 13 April 2013
Annie Peaches Tea Room, Lamberts Mill, Rawtenstall
After a lovely walk around Clowbridge Reservoir, my wife and I stopped off at Annie Peaches tea room in Lamberts Mill, Rawtenstall (BB4 7NX) for a spot of lunch and a coffee.
It is a very well presented cafe area within a mill that sells furniture, clothing and gifts (so is worth a visit to look round the other departments as well).
They have a very high (5) hygiene rating, and the place does feel exceptionally clean, bright and airy.
The service is exceptionally good, friendly and polite, and the food looks and tastes very nice indeed.
The cappuccino (got there eventually!) is a little on the small side, but has a good amount of froth, and a good flavour. Maybe a little milky for me, but that is just a matter of taste.
Overall, the cafe is very much to be recommended, and I will certainly be going back, and recommending it.
Here are a few pics, including the Mexican Chicken sandwich that my wife ordered. Couldn't resist the array of colours, complimented by the side salad.
Tags: Coffee shop in Rawtenstall, photography by Howard Wilkinson Photography, wedding portrait and event photographer, also offering commercial photography services.
It is a very well presented cafe area within a mill that sells furniture, clothing and gifts (so is worth a visit to look round the other departments as well).
They have a very high (5) hygiene rating, and the place does feel exceptionally clean, bright and airy.
The service is exceptionally good, friendly and polite, and the food looks and tastes very nice indeed.
The cappuccino (got there eventually!) is a little on the small side, but has a good amount of froth, and a good flavour. Maybe a little milky for me, but that is just a matter of taste.
Overall, the cafe is very much to be recommended, and I will certainly be going back, and recommending it.
Here are a few pics, including the Mexican Chicken sandwich that my wife ordered. Couldn't resist the array of colours, complimented by the side salad.
Tags: Coffee shop in Rawtenstall, photography by Howard Wilkinson Photography, wedding portrait and event photographer, also offering commercial photography services.
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