Eateries across the country are being nominated for a competition to find the cafe that serves the best fry-up. The winner will be crowned later this year, and the top five cafes will receive stickers to display in their windows. The competition was created after research found that 73% of adults felt their local cafe is the lifeblood of their local community and that more should be done to celebrate these Great British institutions.
Swiss Bread Bakery and Cafe in Ham, Richmond has been recognized as the best cafe in London in the 2024 Muddy Stilettos Awards. Owned by Tanja Burri and André Brogli from Switzerland, the bakery has been serving up unique and organic bread, pastries, and cakes since 2020. Their authentic Swiss cuisine, including chocolate croissants, chicken schnitzel sandwiches, and Zopf, has earned them rave reviews from customers. The award is a testament to the bakery’s dedication to providing a taste of Switzerland in London.
Barista Coffee, renowned as India’s foremost cafe chain, has proudly announced the grand opening of Barista Diner in Srinagar. As the largest cafe in Barista’s portfolio, the Barista Diner boasts an impressive 4,000+ sq ft of dining space with breathtaking views of Dal Lake. This latest addition to Barista’s flagship Diner format joins the successful establishments in Noida, Gurgaon, Chandigarh, and Kapurthala, showcasing Barista’s dedication to delivering an exceptional dining experience.
Located in the heart of Srinagar, the Barista Diner offers a comprehensive menu featuring a wide selection of delectable dishes to cater to diverse preferences. Complemented by Barista’s signature beverages, this new culinary destination is poised to become a favored spot for locals and tourists alike.
Specialty grocer and cafe chain Foxtrot Market has closed all 33 of its locations across the country, including four in Dallas. The company also shut down two of its Dom’s Kitchen & Market locations. The closures went into effect on Tuesday, and Foxtrot’s website is down.
The trial for Inderdeep Singh Gosal, the suspect in the fatal stabbing of Paul Schmidt outside a Vancouver Starbucks in 2023, is scheduled to begin on Monday at the provincial court house. Gosal is facing a charge of second-degree murder for allegedly stabbing Schmidt after an argument over vaping near Schmidt’s daughter. Schmidt’s mother has stated that her son was a hard worker, devoted to his family, and the incident left a profound impact on the downtown Vancouver community.
