Yesterday I made a trip down to one of my favourite spots in Singapore at the moment: Papa Palheta. This is an ultra special place that I would rather not share or it may mean the loss of the quiet afternoons I love... But oh well I suppose we won't get much hits so here goes. It is a little shop/cafe space dedicated to the production and 'tasting' of specialized coffee. The outside space is cool and cosy, with bare white walls and bamboo leaves providing sufficient shade for you to hide from the heat. I like this space, but I love the interior more! Entering the 'Tasting Room' always feels like I am entering someone's living room. It is an eclectic combination of Chinese and Peranakan style couches and memorabilia from Singapore's past (including an old apple desktop that I didn't manage to get a good shot of), with easy jazz playing in the background on an old school record player. Combined with old friends and good conversation, I usually spend three hours each visit because the atmosphere is just so comfortable.
Sadly, I am no coffee connoisseur but according to my friends who are, the coffee served here are really good! Their flagship Terra Firma blend "is a four bean blend carefully designed to be an all encompassing explosive coffee", "rich, vibrant high notes, zesty lemon overtones and a bittersweet chocolate finish". Sounds good enough for me!
Do me a favour and keep this secret from your friends (the less special ones) please!
their official website is located here.
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