Yes, the PE Coffee Crawl is still alive and well, up and running. Due to an unexpected trip to the States I'm waaaaaaay behind on my Crawl posts but, bear with me folks, I'll catch up soon!
In my April 15 post on Bocadillos (Revisit #21) I mentioned that I would address our shop #20 Revisit at a later date. Well, that day has arrived so, as promised, here goes....
Back in June, 2011 ten Crawlers visited Elyon's, located at 8 High St. in Mt. Pleasant. Shortly after our Crawl there Elyon's closed. In the years since then I noticed a few businesses have opened and closed at the High St address. Just in time for our Revisit #20, though, a new coffee shop has opened on the premises.
Sandy's Kitchen, owned and operated by Sandy Louw, "un-officially" opened its doors for business for our Coffee Crawl on April 10, 2014. The official opening was actually planned for Monday, April 14...... thank you so much, Sandy, for accommodating us....and on very short notice!!!
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| Meet the Owner and Barista Sandy Louw |
Sandy's Kitchen is a bright and sunny yet cozy little place with a country decor which offers home-cooked meals for eat-in or take-away seven days a week. (Does this mean I'll never have to cook again?) Sandy's also features Masterton's coffee as the perfect accompaniment for the freshly baked cakes of the day. A special Sunday lunch is served as well....booking is recommended. Sandy's Kitchen seats approximately 24 patrons who can avail themselves of the shop's off-street parking.
In supporting local business people, owner Sandy Louw has on display for sale: jams, preserves, honey, a variety of garden pots, and pottery provided by PE entrepreneurs. So, PE residents....make a trip up to Mt. Pleasant, try out the new coffee shop in town and pick up some great local products while you're there!
Sandy's Kitchen's hours are Mon-Sat, 8-7; Sunday, 8-2. Call: 084 642 7705 for advance orders, take-aways or to make a reservation.
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| This Week's Crawlers Lee, Fran, June, Colleen, Nomusa, Cayle, Margaret Z. |
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| More of this week's Crawlers Beryl, Stella, Margaret M., Arthur, Beth, Pierrette |
So, joining me on April 10 to celebrate the opening of PE's newest coffee shop were Crawlers Lee Rodwell, Fran de Beer, June and Cayle Nash, Colleen Le Roux, Nomusa Nkomo, Margaret Zoetmulder, Beth Vieira, Stella and Beryl Dawson, Pierrette De Winne, Margaret and Arthur Marshall. As we were Sandy's very first customers we had no idea what to expect. I am pleased to report that we were all greeted, seated, and served with friendliness and professionalism. Then, once our first round was delivered Sandy and her staff came out to chat with us at the tables, making us feel welcomed and quite at home. Kudos for a great "opening day," Sandy! The Crawlers and I wish you all the best with your new business venture!
~Thank you to Sandy and Staff for opening a few days in advance for the PE Coffee Crawlers!
~Belated Happy Birthday wishes to Crawler Kathy Roppel - May 5
~Belated Happy Birthday wishes to Crawler Celeste Hudson - May 8
~Happy Birthday to Crawler Vicki Minnaar - May 1
~Happy Birthday to Crawler Gail Darne - May 15
Until next week,
Ellen
I grew up just two houses up on the other side of the road at #13. Back then this was just a nursery and no coffee shop.
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