A few weeks ago, I wrote an article on coffee, I named some of the best places in Jeffreys Bay to get a good cuppa from. Well this week I want to mention a few more. Personally for me I love coffee. There isn’t a morning that goes by that I leave my house without first having my fix. I enjoy finding new places where I can enjoy a good brew of coffee.
Coffee for a Reason
Many people enjoy coffee shops for different reasons. Some people go to coffee shops for business a quick meeting held over a cuppa. Some people enjoy going just to watch people walk by. It’s quite entertaining sometimes to see what people where and what they do. My personal reason to go for a cup of coffee is to catch up with friends. We are so into social networking now days but what about just been plan sociable. This generation we living in have our cell phones glued to our hands but what about personal interaction. And that is the main reason why I love coffee shops besides the coffee; you get to meet up with people and get to breathe in some fresh air.
A Variety of Coffee Shops
There is nothing like going into a coffee shop that has got a different element, like a coffee shop in a book shop or a coffee shop in a flouriest. Some coffee shops are now even in super markets. Then there is the coffee shop that goes the extra mile, with cracking fires and couches to lounge on. Making it warm an intimate in the winter months of the year. Jeffreys Bay has an over abundance of coffee shops and restaurants on the main street and beach road. There is a variety of different tastes for every person. From seafood’s, to steaks, to Mexican, to Greek, traditional boere kos, to fishmongers. Whenever I eat out with my family at a place, my mom would always tell us that we shouldn’t order fish off a menu that is prominently steak orientated. Just because the fish isn’t really a priority on the menu means that you not going to be that sure how fresh that fish could be.
Wimpy
This past week I got to have a quick cup of coffee at the Fountains mall, at Wimpy, which is just on the out skirts of Jeffreys Bay. Now everyone in South Africa knows about Wimpy. Their coffee, even though I think there cups are way too small, is rich with favour and has that creamy froth. I don’t think I have ever gone to a Wimpy before and been disappointed. I love the atmosphere at the Wimpy in the mall is great. Some tables are outside, and the ones inside are really cosy. The way that they have situated the tables inside is that you got a choice. You can choose to sit out where everyone can see you and you can enjoy watching the people walk by, like normal restaurants or there are tables set back deeper in the restaurant that you can sit at that are more hidden away and snug. The decor inside is up to date, bright and colourful. This makes you cheerful while enjoying your coffee or even your meal. The bonus is that the people that work there are really friendly and helpful.
Santa Fe’
My second coffee shop experience has been Santa Fe’ .This coffee shop is hidden away in between some building so if you have never been there you might need some directions. I do recall though seen a board on the main road with an arrow pointing in their direction also with board invites you to come and take pleasure in one of their daily specials. I really liked it there. They have table inside or you can sit outside. I went there quite early and it was most satisfying. I chose to sit outside as even though it was a crisp morning, the sun was out and the view of the ocean in the background made the coffee experience more enjoyable. It is quite quirky and quant. And the atmosphere is warm and inviting. They have quite a huge variety of different coffees that you can choose from. From weaker blends to some of the darkest roasts I have seen. The coffee comes in a reasonably size cup and very cost effective to the pocket.
Coffee can only be enjoyed in a place where you find that you feel welcomed. Enjoy your next cuppa and let me know where you most enjoyed it.
Angola