Category: Locales
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An Afternoon in Madrid: Coffee, Tapas, and the Palacio Real de Madrid
Throughout my time in Spain, I was able to fully relax into a “work to live” mindset. With scheduled breaks and sunshine together, a weight was lifted off my shoulders. I felt lighter as I started my morning midday. Sood Sipping from a ceramic mug, my flat white packed a punch. Strong and rich, the…
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A Slow Morning on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile | Scotland
High Street The solid, grey stone around me formed the foundations of Edinburgh’ s rich history. Touched by the tales the dramatic structures could tell, I wandered amongst the medieval architecture on High Street. Colorful cashmere and wool tartans stared at me as I window-shopped. I could have been satisfied for ages. Eventually, the stunning…
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’t Koffieboontje | Coffee in Utrecht, Netherlands
Space Wrapping my palms around a warm latte, I felt cozy with cushions and friends at ‘t Koffieboontje. Sipping and chatting, I could have stared out the window at the canal for hours. Tons of tight knit, indoor seating was available, making me feel at ease. Like I was visiting a companion’s home. The interior…
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The Brunch and Cocktail Club: Liverpool, UK
Espresso Martini Sipping on the smooth blend of vodka and espresso, I was embodying all kinds of relaxed and bougie. Pinkies up, as they say. The espresso bean garnish was the cherry on top of the bevvy’s finesse. I’m a firm believer that espresso martinis are a brunch drink. Caffeine in the evening has always…
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Corner Coffee and Cardiff Castle: Cardiff, Wales
In crisp, chilly air, Cardiff Castle stood at the opposite end of my early stroll. I appreciated the calmer nature of Cardiff this morning. My slow wandering through the historic town provided a needed rest from the fast-paced nature of bigger cities. An intentional reset to a sustainable pace is required now and again ……
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Wilson St. Pantry: Coffee and Brunch in Glasgow, Scotland
I opened my eyes after a weekend packed with shows, only to discover I slept through breakfast. Sore and starving, my hangry alter ego awoke. I create this problem for myself all the time on tour. What can I say? A girl needs her beauty sleep. Luckily, a short walk away, Wilson St. Pantry waited…
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Raw Coffee Roasters in Leeds
Pinching testers, I smelled the aroma of four housemade coffee blends. I settled on “Maple Hill.” A mixture of vanilla, toffee, and apple notes, my flat white was scrumptious. Raw Coffee Roasters’ option to select a blend based on scent is an absolute must in downtown Leeds. With beans weighed by hand, the coffee was…
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Champagne Michel Fagot
Champagne Michel Fagot has me musing. Is my palate more sophisticated than I thought it was? Has my taste simply been a victim of poor quality? Michel Fagot has a deep legacy of producing quality Champagne in Rilly-la-Montagne, France on 15 hectares of vineyards. The amount of people needed to handpick those vines is insanity.…
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