FOOD + DRINK
Kent’ s Coffee Corner cont...
COFFEE CULTURE
Retreat to one of Kent’ s warming coffee hubs where expertly brewed creations, friendly service and scrumptious eats packed with top Kentish produce combine to make every sip an experience to savour.
MELK COFFEE CO., SIDCUP & CHISLEHURST melkcoffeeco. com
Dog-friendly and seriously committed to serving up the finest speciality coffee, Melk Coffee Co. started delighting Sidcup locals with excellent brews back in 2023 and expanded early this year with a sleek new shop in Chislehurst’ s Royal Parade. From a fabulous flat white to a superb creamy cappuccino, Melk’ s expert baristas promise a consistently outstanding cup every time.
SIP AT THE SIGNAL BOX, FOLKESTONE sipatthesignalbox. co. uk
Serving a wide range of teas, soft drinks and fruity creations from its quirky former Folkestone Harbour signal box location, but immensely proud of its cornerstone coffee offerings sourced from Kent’ s Garage Roasters, SIP has earned itself a glowing reputation for Insta-worthy brews, fresh stacker sandwiches, irresistible sweet treats and a commitment to preserving its signalling heritage.
CRAFT BREWED, MAIDSTONE craftbrewedltd. co. uk
Offering a vibrant mix of craft experiences and creating an environment where connection over a great beverage is celebrated, Craft Brewed cleverly brings together two great passions: a carefully curated weekly lineup of top-notch craft beers and expertly brewed coffees served just how you like them.
MIDDLE STREET COFFEE, DEAL middlestcoffee. shop
Believing speciality coffee should be approachable and accessible to all, the team behind this thriving intimate indie works closely alongside the best local speciality roasters and producers to provide the finest coffee and treats to the Deal community.
STEEP STREET COFFEE HOUSE, FOLKESTONE steepstreet. co. uk
Lovingly inspired by the quaint book cafés of Paris, Steep Street Coffee House is a charming book café and bakery serving up ambitiously sourced, delicious single origin coffees that can be traced back to individual farms and growers, alongside flavourful house blends also available to purchase in store.
THE ROCHESTER COFFEE CO, ROCHESTER rochestercoffee. co. uk
Expect dreamy lattes, Americanos, mochas and espressos alongside an extensive menu of freshly made sandwiches and cakes at this boutique haven nestled within the heart of historic Rochester’ s cobbled high street.
THREE SISTERS AT GATEHOUSE WOOD, SEVENOAKS three-sisters-sevenoaks. com
From the team behind the wonderful Three Sisters dining experiences at Chart Farm, this inviting coffee shop situated within Gatehouse Wood Country Park boasts idyllic woodland seating, exceptional Kentish coffee from Penelope Coffee Roasters and an array of treats such as freshly baked cinnamon buns and rustic focaccia.
AERO BIKE + BEAN, GRAVESEND aero-coffee. co. uk
A fresh and exciting addition to Kent’ s ever-growing coffee community, Aero Bike + Bean officially opened its doors earlier this year and has already hit the ground running with its simple yet brilliant mission of powering the Gravesend commute with exceptional coffee and hasslefree bike repairs.
HOPE & LANE, DEAL hopeandlane. com
Perched proudly upon Deal High Street, this cosy coffee gem prides itself on its tempting assortment of fresh bakes and delicious brews made with 100 % organic, singlesource Peruvian Tunki beans. Sit inside and relish a warming atmosphere, nab an outside table to watch the world go by, or take it to go for the perfect beach walk accompaniment.
SIP AT THE SIGNAL BOX THE BLUE PELICAN
AERO BIKE + BEAN
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