So, admittedly, coffee among students is a 24/7/365 sort of thing but two factors make it particularly enjoyable. 1) Exam time (procrastination, anyone?) and 2) winter. Both have set in with a vengeance in Stellenbosch, making it the ideal time to sneak away from the books and grab a cuppa with Amy (pictured below ;)).However, post 6pm coffee in Stellenbosch proved more challenging than we thought it would be. Maybe the good places that stay open late are hiding somewhere in Dorp Street (don't worry, we WILL find them), but we ended up at the newly opened Limnos in Eikestad Mall where, unlike the rest of the shops, we were welcome until 7pm.
The aesthetic appeal is great, with faux leather booths and gorgeous crystal chandeliers, making you feel like you've taken a step back into a 1930's coffee boutique. And have you seen the range of cakes and other sweet treats?! Eye candy indeed. However, would the coffee live up to the initial good impression?
The verdict is yes, we both had a cappuccino (R18.50 a pop) and we certainly weren't disappointed. The fact that it was served piping hot (an essential requirement that has been set), and made with a sweet medium roast blend proved to make for an extremely enjoyable drink that went well with conversation and a much needed session of socialization.
Best cup of coffee in Stellenbosch? Tough to say, but it's definitely not off the list.
