Parlour Ekoda

A rustic loaf combining cashews, black pepper and cheese captures the pleasure of choosing bread at Parlour Ekoda. Someone who took this loaf home was struck by the contrast between its firm crust and chewy interior, as well as the pairing of nuts and black pepper. The menu also includes a simple version of the same bread, with a higher moisture content and a soft, moist centre. Choose between the character of a filling and the flavour of the dough itself.

Raisin-yeast sandwich bread is another way to compare textures. The menu describes it as having a crisp crust and a chewy centre. The wholemeal walnut bread is made with 50% stone-ground wholemeal flour; its substantial, moist crumb is complemented by the fragrance of toasted walnuts. One visitor also shared their experience of a breakfast of assorted breads, with walnut and sesame flavours, alongside coffee.

For breakfast in the café, one diner ordered a quiche with an assortment of breads, sampling a little of each. Breakfast options include thick toast made with wholemeal sandwich bread and rye bread. You can choose butter or olive oil, and switch the sandwich bread for raisin bread. For a more substantial meal, there are sandwiches with house-made ham or pâté de campagne. The cheese sandwich lets you choose a cheese from the display case.

For something sweet, try a seasonal tart or the pecan tart. The latter pairs pecans with almond cream and, when served in the café, comes with ice cream and house-made caramel. The seasonal tart is baked with almond cream and the fruit of the moment, so asking what is available is part of the pleasure. Coffee options include hand-drip coffee and café latte, both suited to a slice of bread or a leisurely break with tart.

Breakfast and eating in can sometimes involve a long wait, so consider visiting when you have time to spare—or taking bread home to enjoy with coffee.