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Grace Lohan expanded the original Irish café concept into this second location, partnering with former Gauta cook Marie Le Cossec to shape the menu. The resulting French deli earned a spot on the 2026 Le Fooding list, recognized for its precise balance of housemade pickles and premium regional produce. Le Cossec applies rigorous technique to straightforward formats, letting quality ingredients carry the weight.
The pinewood walls and sapele-wood counter frame a selection built for immediate enjoyment or careful packing. A grilled cheese on country bread from Louis Lamour melts leeks and mature cheddar from Mimi Crèmerie until it pulls apart cleanly. Veg lovers might choose the focaccia slicked with peanut sauce and topped with a miso-marinated egg, while the bacon sando pairs crisp lettuce and pickled red onions with a parmesan and caper mayo. Glass shelves behind the counter hold Belazu mustard seed pickles and rose harissa for take-home cooking.
Matcha cranberry cookies arrive alongside a fluffy caramel-pecan sponge cake that balances sweetness with a light crumb structure. The pastry work complements the savory lineup without competing for attention. Lohan notes that homemade chicken pies will join the takeaway offerings soon, extending the deli’s reach beyond daily sandwiches.
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