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Sunday 17 March 2013

Poilane, off the Kings Road

Poilane, makers of the quality artisanal bread, have opened up this fantastic cafe of the same name just off the Kings Road.























Don't be put off by the location. The space is large and airy with a wooden tree house feel. There are a great variety of places to perch: a round table underneath a small tree, large long tables and small single desk style seats with individual tables attached (perfect if you want to be on your lap top as each has a plug).

The coffee is square mile but it's the food that's most exciting ... from a tantalizing selection of cakes, muffins and pastries to fantastic tartines -hot toasted open face sandwiches, all prepared at a counter in front of you.


My croissant was the best I've tasted this side of the channel: soft buttery perfection, with a flaky outside - served with unpasteurised fresh butter and from the vast jars lining the walls, home made pear jam infused with fresh vanilla pods.


Just right if you're looking for: simple freshly baked everything, a place to work - there's wireless internet, plugs and desk seats

Not ideal if: you are looking for somewhere off the beaten track, you don't want to be next to a gaggle of fur clad Chelsea mums



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