Caffeine Fix

My go-to java guide:

·        The blend at the Woolworths' W Café  has to be my absolute favourite, if only for the yummy foam! This well-rounded blend is certainly the perfect brew – strong enough to kick me into action, but still not enough to give you the heebie-jeebies. Plus, the fact that it’s 'organic' makes me feel as if I’m somehow undoing all the damage from last night's shots at Tiger Tiger. Right…

·    Vida e Caffè. The quintessential spot for cool kids, pretty people and the occasional hipster. Vida is unquestionably a revered spot for ‘people watching’, but the inconsistent cappuccinos let them down. Plus, the extra foam forces me to resemble someone who’s frothing at the mouth (which isn’t really helped by the fact that their strong brew gives me the jitters). However, I have not stopped returning to this decadent crimson hot-spot. Oh, and a little tip? The barrista will not hand over an extra Lindt choccy nomatter how many times you wink at him.

·         Knead Bakery in Kloof Street surprised me. In a good way. A cosy spot filled with pretty people, delectable baked goods and the aroma of java wafting through the air – sounds like a gimmick, right? Knead has some of the best coffee in town, so make sure that you pop by for an instant pick-me-up. Oh, and try one of their croissants. Divine!

·         I used to be a huge fan of the cappuccinos at Mugg & Bean. Not anymore. Their blend is a tad too weak for someone who relies on a dose of Bioplus to ensure that she doesn’t malfunction through breakfast (I switch to cough mixture if times are tough). The extra-milky concoction that I was served on my last visit, reminded me of a bed-time drink that one would feed to an infant.