miss b loves ......Shakespeare and Co Café, Dubai Marina

I love sleek, minimalist cafés ( Chocolat Chic and Hey Sugar, formerly Sugar Daddy's are two of my favourites) but when Shakespeare and Co opened a new branch in Dubai Marina Mall with panoramic views of the Marina I couldn't wait to pay them a visit. The Victorian-inspired décor and vibrant colours create an Alice in Wonderland feel with quirky chandeliers and ornaments.

A cute cupid chandelier

There's an eclectic menu with a wide range of soups, sandwiches and main meals including dishes such as chicken with tiger prawns. The drinks selection is huge with fresh juices, soya smoothies and various coffees and teas (Moroccan, jasmine, flowering ...) We just could not resist the cakes for which they are renowned - a profiterole tart for mr b and a strawberry tart for me - both absolutely delicious.....

Next time I'll try
 one of the frozen desserts.

I was so impressed with the attention to detail... the pastel-coloured labels in the cake display and even the sugar sachets were so pretty!

This is the perfect place for a catch-up with friends or even a leisurely game of backgammon....  

........and friendly, professional staff just add to the warm ambiance! Highly recommended!!