Last week we ate at a competitor, and seeing how busy CPK was, decided to try it out today. We got there a little before their opening time but were warmly welcomed in by friendly staff. We were invited to sit āanywhereā and come order when we were ready. Taking our seats we perused the menu and I immediately lost my appetite (let me explain) A coffee shop that does not present a ātraditional breakfastā and the items that are presented are between Ā£12-Ā£15 appeared extortionate. Pushing me out of my comfort zone and almost helping me make up my mind to drink coffee and swiftly move on. BUT my ever persistent partner was adamant that this is where we were to have our Saturday meal. Rather reluctantly I proceeded to place our order at the counter. An Americano and a sugar free Latte as well as a āFull Bowlā and a Banana and Caramel French Toast with cream (begrudgingly paid Ā£38) and went to sit and sulk at my table. And THAT is where the bad news ended.
What was presented is nothing short of Michelin Star quality!!! Itās started with delivery of THE best Latte I have ever had in my life! The perfect temperature with a creamy dense foam and naturally sweet milk. Then the food, I assumed the French toast would be a measly two slices with sliced banana and a cheap bottled toffee drizzle with canned whipped cream - OH NO NO!! Let me tell you - Brioche bread perfectly toasted topped with freshly chopped banana and a homemade caramel adorned with a perfect ball of fresh cream! WOWZER!! The breakfast bowl was mind blowing!! Each ingredient delicately prepared and perfectly complimenting all the other items in the bowl! The onion and mushroom chutney, pickle salad with coriander, salty bacon, crunchy croutons, savoury sausage patty and two poached eggs are all a match made in heaven - Divine!
I donāt want to compliment the Chef, I DO however want to compliment the genius behind the creation of than menu!! Absolutely PERFECT!! And your skilled Chef that lovingly prepared and put it all together is a master!
If you are a foodie THIS place is definitely one to pencil in. I am fussy, but CPK beat the fussy out of me today. We will definitely become regulars! Well worth the drive, well worth every penny!
Oh, get there early, by 09:10 they were full, and we were...
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