Friendly staff. Convenient location…read more Killer coffee. Outstanding sandwich. Fresh pasties. Plenty of sweets. I'll be back!

I love this place - it's not cheap but the quality of the goods is first rate…read more Much by way of locally-produced foostuffs here - local wines and brandies, and other beverages. Local pate and meats (their venison sausages are a nice luxury treat). And the clue's in the title - some great cheeses always on offer. More ecclectic delicacies can be found, often depending on what's available or what takes the owners fancy! There's a mouth-watering display of hand-made truffles and chocolates that are sold individually. But it's almost impossible to just pick out a few. Their champagne truffles are particularly delicious. The shop is situated at the lower end of the historical Cheap Street (bit of a misnomer!) and is just a few minutes walk off the main town centre. If you're looking for something to really treat your taste-buds to - give it a go.

The Olive Shed Shop on Gloucester road is popular with many a local student/hippy/healthy eater…read more The olives here are of an outstanding quality, despite the fact that they have been imported. Currently the shop's deli is plugging their Christmas goodies; hampers, nibbles and such, and despite the price, are definitely worth the investment. If you want ready made food, you can eat in or takeaway a great selection of olive themed dishes, which are a real delight for the taste buds.

I absolutely love The Olive Shed Shop - and I'm not the only one! With acclaim from such names as…read moreClifton Life and Raymond Blanc, it seems that the whole of Bristol wants a taste of the Olive Shed. With so many varieties to choose from, it's a blessing that the friendly staff offer free samples to help you make up your mind. My favourite has to be the queen olives stuffed with garlic. They don't make you popular, but they taste devine!

From the first time I'd tasted Orchard Pig cider I was hooked. Sweet, crisp and cold - it was the…read moreperfect beverage on a boiling hot day. But sadly, I couldn't find it in a shop anywhere. Even the restaurant where I tried it for the first time didn't have a clue where to buy it!? I was just about ready to leave it as a beautiful memory, the stuff of legends, when I walked past Chandos Deli's window. Bingo! Found it. As well as serving local speciality beers and ciders, they also stock mouth watering local food produce including meats and cheeses. They also have equally delicious imported goods like oils, dressings and olives. The prices are reasonable for a quality, but if you're looking for a bargain you won't find one here. Chandos Deli is a must-go-to before any party or picnic.

This place seems to be famous for its wine, cheese and bread, but I didn't get a chance to try…read more Tried some breakfast pastries and coffee, they were lovely. Staff were nice and the shop has a great relaxing ambience for sitting in.

Unlikely setting for a delicatessen on the A38 airport road. Advertised by a giant pair of red…read morelips. So far, so bad. Until you step inside. Taste is not known as a seafood distributor for nothing. Fat prawns and tuna steaks, pollock fillets and whole salmon nestle in the ice counter fresh as fresh can be. They even smoke their own fish on the premises - delish and really not that pricey (although other produce can be). Meat is local and lush - Mendip lamb being a yummy example. There are also eggs and vegetable produce, as well as interesting breads supplied by Hobbs House bakery. There are also many organic or ethically sourced products, including a really good cheese selection, as well as a stock of organic wines. The best thing I ate from there was a feta, sundried tomato and tapenade pastry - heaven in filo. There is also an endless variety of weird and wonderful chutneys, jams and sauces, and lots of sweet things and cakes. Mmm mmm. On a Saturday they do a luxury tastind day with all sorts of delectable tidbits for free (although I challenge you to leave without buying a basketful of produce). Oooh almost forgot, the home-smoked garklic is so incredibly useful for mayo, roasts, stews, pizzas, pasta sauces - it just adds another dimension to cooking and as far as I'm aware you can't buy better anywhere else in or near the city.

You have two choices in this immediate area for quick market essential needs: Sainsbury's Local or…read moreTesco Express located just nearly across the street. Personally, I'm a much bigger fan of the latter option, and here's why: 1. Because it's so high trafficked, this store is pretty dirty 2. The shelves always seem like they need to be stocked 3. It's a bizarre layout because it's such a small space 4. The queue here - as others have mentioned - is frustrating and confusing; who's actually in line?! It's hard to tell when it snakes down into the aisles Really, you'll find similar things at both places, so it's really just a matter of preference!

Bath Spa is normally associated with the better things in life; fine dining, independent shops and…read morea city steeped in history. It's not exactly the first place you'd look for a Primark, a Lidl or a Wilkinsons (sadly, as I absolutely love a good Primark). But what should the less wealthy of us need a supermarket which isn't as elusive as Marks and Spencer and not as pricey as Waitrose? Sainsbury's local on Marmouth Street is a tiny supermarket which is an ideal one-stop shop for your basic essentials. The range of items on sale here is pretty limited, but when you're looking for reasonably priced goods like tea, coffee, bread and milk - this is the first place I head. And, because it's a Sainsbury's LOCAL the service is quick so there's no frustrating queues in sight.

Situated under St Mary Redcliffe Church, this is a great spot for a bite to eat with added…read moreatmosphere. Don't worry about the rather staid reputation that these kind of places can garner, it's often busy with a mix of all ages enjoying its unique ambience. Menu wise, it offers simple sandwiches (served with kettle chips) and soups, with a surprisingly wide range of hot meals which change on a daily basis (I had chicken in white wine with potatoes for around a fiver when I went). The portions are large for a lunch only venue, though a stroll around upstairs is perfect to get your digestion going. A bit of a hidden gem it's a shame it's not open in the evenings.

The cafe is missing a trick here, so many people do not know it even exists. I met a born and bred…read moreBristolian who grew up in the area and she had no idea a cafe existed here. Its well worth the trip, its lovely inside, warm and cosy. The staff are lovely and friendly. I popped in here for a cup of coffee and a snack. They only had a few biscuits as I was there quite early and kitchen was just preparing so they threw in a few choccie biscuits on the house, sweet! The coffee is filter coffee, fresh and tasty, although I have gotten so used to having all singing all dancing lattes that it was a bit of a surprise to have normal filter coffee. It was tasty though. The food here is pretty good too.

A beutiful little cafe, great for a daytime date!…read more The awning provdes a nice outside seating area, and inside is very nicely finsihed and many cakes and home cooked bakery goods. It's definately your more upmarket cafe, with some wonderful pastries on offer and a brilliant service to match, worth a long trip up gloucester road to reach it. You will be very happy that you made the effort. Proving a popular place to visit, if you come in peak hours be sure to check that you can get a seat unless you are happy to enjoy the delights on your feet!

If you are looking for a place to chill out with friends over a hot cup of coffee, then may i…read morerecommend to you Vittles. This quaint little place serves up unremarkable deliciious coffee, as well as all those other standard hot drinks, all of which can be enjoyed with some scrumptious homemade cakes and pastries at remarkably good prices. Me and my friends like to visit here occassionaly to catch up on one anothers gossip over a cuppa chow!With great outside seating, Vittles is a must visit!

Had a great cup of coffee and a nice pastry…read more Travelled to town on a canal boat and was having a little walk-about while waiting for Sunday Mass to begin. Came across the Mad Hatter and decided to give it a try. Nice little sitting area outside but also found a comfortable relaxing seating area inside with some pleasant, relaxing music filling the air.

This is a fun shop a few steps from the Abby. I think its…read morefamily owned It is fun and cake and coffee where yummy!