April 2016

Fish Hoek Galley, has one of the best locations any restaurant could ever ask for, along with a steady supply of clientele. Whether enjoying a day swimming, meeting friends or enjoying an evening meal, this venue has it all, except perhaps a large size decent coffee. Which is strange when one of the things we see most people doing is enjoying good company, lively conversation and a drink.

With such a growing trend and upsurge in demand for a decent cup of good coffee at a decent price, one would have thought that they (Fish Hoek Galley) would have heard the call and answered it…sadly it seems not to be the case. Their coffee only comes in one size (no large option available, only a double shot), and it really doesn’t deliver in the flavour or quality department either.

Coffee Bean Rating 2/5

The home of the hand-rolled cigars, also has another trick up its sleeve, great tasting coffee! Situated towards the top edge of the ‘coffee-belt’, Cuba may not readily spring to mind when one thinks of coffee, or choosing a coffee shop.

El Greeyo is located in Salt River, and is the brain-child of 4 Latin Americans, and is a real value for money establishment. The coffee, was rich and delicious, and plentiful. Great price for my Americano, and a mouth-watering slice of carrot cake, wow!! We shall definitely be returning to sample more of their 100% Authentic Cuban Cuisine.

Coffee Bean Rating  5/5

To coin one of their pay-off lines, “Your Coffee Break is to short for a mediocre cup of coffee”

Its always nice to discover new places, and be very nicely suprised along the way too. After a very disappointing first coffee of the day (which wont even get reviewed) a surprisingly delicious and very well priced coffee was found at Stellenbosch University!

If there is one thing a student needs, it is decent coffee in large quantities…and on a budget too, and it looks like this Uni, may have the answer. A new Brand called My Brew, has set up a kiosk in the main student cafeteria, and I went for their large Americano which was only R14! (Cappucino is R15).

Large cup + great price + delicious coffee = Happy Customers.

A very cute logo of Two Meerkats, and eyecatching branding, will definitely help attract customers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It was a delicious cup of coffee, made by staff who took pride in what they were doing and understood what it takes to create smooth tasting coffee.

This is the first time I have tried their coffee, so I can’t comment on their consistency but their price coupled with great coffee is a winner.

Coffee Bean rating 4/5

This is what happens when one forgets their gym gear, I was ‘forced’ (such a trial) to try a cup of Kauai’s rich coffee. While I am sure that their beans are organic and possibly Fair Trade too, their staffs possible lack of skill or interest in the art of making the coffee does show, in the overall bitterness of this cup. For a purveyor of quality, enjoyable food and beverages, and in a hotly contested market of coffee provision, they may need to focus more in this area. The price was reasonable though.

Coffee Bean Rating 3/5

and how delicious it is too, only problem is, is that there isn’t enough, as their coffee’s are only served in one size cup. One may argue that only one size cup is needed when the coffee is so delicious, and satusfying, however if you want to relax and spend some time enjoying a good book, or great company then a second cup may be required.

They also serve a great tasting, red-espresso (made in the same fashion as a coffee espresso, just using rooibos tea instead) Full of flavour and a nice alternative to coffee.

Both of these drinks deserve a Coffee Bean Rating  5/5

Red Espresso; Left, Americano Coffee; Right.