tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post9198425073360175765..comments2024-03-18T08:28:22.614+00:00Comments on bellaphon: The Espresso Roombellaphonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-82604933509338447842014-01-15T15:20:50.201+00:002014-01-15T15:20:50.201+00:00Sounds like a great place! Definitely goes to my t...Sounds like a great place! Definitely goes to my to visit list for 2014!Espresso Podshttp://www.gourmesso.co.uk/coffee-capsules/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-49064811236271115122011-09-21T21:26:53.097+01:002011-09-21T21:26:53.097+01:00What is the coffee machine which using in The Espr...What is the coffee machine which using in The Espresso Room?<br /><br />TomAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-37990991316702010132009-08-11T14:06:56.962+01:002009-08-11T14:06:56.962+01:00I have been to Tylor St - is nice but very small -...I have been to Tylor St - is nice but very small -- and every time I pass by, the sandwiches are all gone...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08252194543555539664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-39901352097636394362009-08-11T09:04:54.697+01:002009-08-11T09:04:54.697+01:00Massimo- An enlightening view, thank you. Ouch wit...Massimo- An enlightening view, thank you. Ouch with the New EU baristi though, Michal at <a href="http://bellaphon.blogspot.com/2009/01/taylor-sts-baristas.html" rel="nofollow">Taylor St</a> is more than deft when making capps or flatties and the infernally miserable girls at <a href="http://bellaphon.blogspot.com/2009/06/caffe-vergnano-1882.html" rel="nofollow">Vergnano</a> redeem themselves by churning out excellent shots of espresso. But you're correct in stating that all the baristi need a degree of passion in order to produce that perfect cup. <br /><br />Speak to you again.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-23882990909900256582009-08-10T20:09:02.906+01:002009-08-10T20:09:02.906+01:00I went to Espresso today -- very cosy and friendly...I went to Espresso today -- very cosy and friendly. <br />I had a good small sandwich, and... espresso.<br />The place is nice, but I wish it had one table (?)<br /><br />Since I am a bit concerned about swine-flu,<br />I was concerned about all those hospitals (5) in the vicinity... <br /><br />I like Aussies / Kiwis and British coffee.<br />Is not the same as an espresso in Italy, but it shouldn't be. Each coffee has their own style.<br /><br />The problem is that some places have no clue about espresso ! <br /><br />Cafes with eastern-Europeans baristas, have the worst espresso -- I don't know why.<br /><br />Sometimes, there is an after taste, which can happen often, if the machine is not checked daily.<br />If the filter gets clogged, it will distort the taste.<br /><br />I always complain, if the espresso is not up to scratch and is amusing to see the reactions...<br /><br />Talking about Kiwi cafe -- I love Nude Espresso<br />http://tinyurl.com/lg22kgAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08252194543555539664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-41809060756029664482009-08-10T18:47:06.656+01:002009-08-10T18:47:06.656+01:00Massimo- thank you for stopping. Assuming that you...Massimo- thank you for stopping. Assuming that you're Italian, I've always been intrigued by what you guys think of the Aussies, Kiwis and now the Brits, have done to your beloved cappuccini.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-58577877069001539982009-08-10T14:43:34.837+01:002009-08-10T14:43:34.837+01:00I am going to try the place today. Looks very cosy...I am going to try the place today. Looks very cosy but a bit small... the espresso looks good.<br /><br />I always look for new cafes _ I don't like to go to the same place everyday.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08252194543555539664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-13228931411928311422009-08-07T11:40:58.940+01:002009-08-07T11:40:58.940+01:00I work almost next door so know the way very well!...I work almost next door so know the way very well!! Public trasnport or own steam/car?<br />It's worth it. Their bacon baguettes with homemade relish are also worth a pop.The Shedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01464898095881984697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-79296952373901590542009-08-06T20:44:04.615+01:002009-08-06T20:44:04.615+01:00The Shed- Thank you for recommending The Counter. ...The Shed- Thank you for recommending The Counter. I've been trying to get there but to no avail, the built-in satnav in my head simply turns to shreds whenever I'm in E8! Best strive again.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-91154378555539720082009-08-06T10:49:17.157+01:002009-08-06T10:49:17.157+01:00It's a bit out of the way (Hackney Wick), but ...It's a bit out of the way (Hackney Wick), but you should check out The Counter...run and staffed almost entirely by New Zealanders, also use square mile coffee, awwwwesome espresso, and damn fine latte. Have yet to try a flat white, though.<br /><br />TER sounds great, will have to check it out.The Shedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01464898095881984697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-46506975828135560242009-08-05T19:22:53.782+01:002009-08-05T19:22:53.782+01:00James- Thank you for commenting as ever and the in...James- Thank you for commenting as ever and the insight with regards to Square Mile. I intend to give G&W another go anyway, this time ‘in’ instead of a rather rushed takeaway. <br /><br />MML- The espresso at CV is absolutely stonking but they're clueless on all things to do with flat whites, so the answer to your question is basically yes.<br /><br />Ben- I wished Bea's would install an awning to shade us smokers from the vicious sun, otherwise I gather that we're in agreement that it's a brilliant place. Do try out TER as well, pity they're shut on Sundays though!bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-22444258813751367462009-08-05T13:37:52.076+01:002009-08-05T13:37:52.076+01:00If you saw the coffee we have at work - that I'...If you saw the coffee we have at work - that I'm currently drinking - it'd make you weep. Horrific.<br /><br />I sat outside Bea's on sunday with a read, good coffee, fag and slice of white choc Brownie. Was well worth the 5 mile walk from home.Benhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12682376192402326545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-28311744154234560422009-08-05T00:05:20.432+01:002009-08-05T00:05:20.432+01:00You haven't mentioned Caffe Vergnano? Or is th...You haven't mentioned Caffe Vergnano? Or is this just a flat white post?kerstinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11710623816362851677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-62738670294585098932009-08-04T23:56:10.342+01:002009-08-04T23:56:10.342+01:00I'd probably agree with your comments about th...I'd probably agree with your comments about the demands of the blend. I don't want to shoot off on a tangent about creating blends and roasting to retain the natural character of a coffee, versus generating generic roast flavours (roasting is a difficult balance). We create espresso we love, but are well aware we are responsible for it even after it has passed from our possession. It is hard work indeed, and we are very lucky to have customers like Ben and TER to do a great job with it. Plus Ben is not just a great barista but a lovely chap as you say.<br /><br />Very glad you've enjoyed it, shame about the visits to G&W. The passion is there and we'll keep doing everything we can to support them as they grow and develop.James Hoffmannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10214207817450633673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-7316077945935825552009-08-04T23:38:09.105+01:002009-08-04T23:38:09.105+01:00Hi Charmaine, lovely to hear from you. Been to G&a...Hi Charmaine, lovely to hear from you. Been to G&W once, disappointing; but as ever I need to go back again.bellaphonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09659024295552292245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4701357792339034077.post-47508280292951781432009-08-04T23:30:01.430+01:002009-08-04T23:30:01.430+01:00I've been waiting for your write-up of this pl...I've been waiting for your write-up of this place! It has definitely shot up to become one of my favourites. Ben is such a lovely bloke. <br /><br />Have you tried Ginger & White in Hampstead yet? It's a bit shaky right now and maybe a wee bit chichi, but looks capable of great things.Charmainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09032756259035616330noreply@blogger.com