Westbourne Grove is the epitome of city elegance. Walk through any day of the week and you will see a mirage of Notting Hill locals, creatives, mothers, workers, shoppers and tourists mingling together. The boutiques are refreshing but in the centre of the Grove stands the epitome of healthy living cafe culture- Daylesford Farm Shop and Cafe.
Daylesford brings seasonal natural produce to London and one of their strong beliefs is ‘A simple passion for real food.’ They began their vision over 40 years ago, and started to turn the family’s farmland into sustainable organic farming in the Cotswolds. Since then they have created two cafe restaurants, an inn, spa, creche, cookery school, shops and the Daylesford garden which hosts activities and classes throughout the year. Let’s just say they have definitely been busy!
Heading into their Westbourne Grove branch, past the blue plaques and buzz of lunchtime shoppers I was ready to be cocooned in the warmth (with the cold outside a little too bitter for my liking). Being from the country I am a big lover of all things food that is farm-based and heard that their menu was all ethically sourced whilst being organic. But first let’s just talk about the decor! You are transported to days gone by with beautifully laid out fresh seasonal produce, homemade biscuits in tins and a ‘proper’ butchery. The cafe is full of clean wooden tables and freshly painted whitewashed walls with a farmhouse feel (and a very cute Easter egg display in the middle that kept tempting me).
