The Lounge, has become a regular feature for slightly-hungover sunday brunches during my visits to Bristol, (particularly because it seems to be the only place in Bedminster which meets R's requirement of serving hash browns with their cooked breakfasts). This 'Lounge' is the original, more have sprung up since 2002, has a very chilled-out independent feel to it.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all good here, so it is always packed. Strangely though, it was uncharacteristally quiet on a late sunday morning, making service attentive and speedy.
Orange juice is freshly squeezed and delicious. Breakfast options consist of a full english option, a veggie version, a healty museli option, an eggs benedict version and perhaps most intriguingly, something called 'an egg and bacon stack' - eggy bread served with bacon and...maple syrup!
How could I resist?
We all know that Joanna's talents in the kitchen are impressive and far-ranging, given her previous life as a chef.
However, by all accounts, Jo completed excelled herself with this amazing birthday cake for Rachael, perfectly themed to match our murder mystery evening.
The attention to detail was astounding - edible handmade dice, not-so-edible shiny coins and of course the champagne candle.
Tastewise, the cake was fantastic. Squidgy and chocolatey without being overly heavy, it was moist and delicious.
Should you be lucky enough to live in the Bristol area, and desire an extra-special cake for a special occasion, Joanna may well be willing to create one for you at a very reasonable price. Leave a comment through the blog!
