wonderful hideaway. how the hours pass. didsbury, of late, has become overrun with large, corporate businesses and charity shops. such a shame!
you can imagine my excitement when i recently discovered this rather eclectic little tea/coffee shop whilst off work. i have been absolutely addicted ever since, introducing friends and neighbors alike. only a short walk from my house, this independent hideaway is a wonderful, unique, venue to sit with your book and wile away the hours. it is only a small cafe bar but is fronted by knowledgeable, friendly staff, serving ‘home-style’ fresh food daily, making use of the local produce at evans, the local fish shop, the cheese hamlet and axons’ butchers. there is something for everyone, including a large array of loose leaf teas, milkshakes and smoothies, a selection of coffees, home-made cakes, wine, spirits and speciality beers. my favourite is the goose island ipa! the breakfast/afternoon menu consists of a whole host of choices including toast, pancakes, yoghurt with muesli, soup, sandwiches, bagels and salads, with daily blackboard specialities. in the evening, the menu includes rather delicious thin crusted pizzas, as well as some platters to share. these you can enjoy under subdued lighting with convivial and unpretentious company. all ingredients are consistently handled and to my mind, pretty faultless. this place has become a huge success in the village and long may it continue.
they also have the all new ginger’s emporium ice-cream – but which is the favourite? i am at a loss here. so far i’ve tasted apple crumble, salted caramel and peanut butter and chocolate. my money is on one of the latter flavours. not a massive fan of ice-cream this has to be the nicest i have ever tried. absolutely sumptuous, made lovingly with oodles of cream. it has such an addictive flavour you’d think there was a mountain of msg – but no – just a huge amount of love in the preparation. an absolute must.