Loved this place...it was such a lucky find while walking around Ludlow city centre. We'd been…read morestopping over here in Ludlow on our way to Snowdonia in Norther Wales and my radar for low-key, no-fuss, down-to-earth food was triggered when I saw the Olive Branch from the outside. Seriously, it's not a stylish restaurant, but the concept, the food and the overall atmosphere is absolutely lovely. I loved ordering at the counter cafeteria-style and then taking your trays to one of the wooden cubicles. The food was just as I expected: wholesomely tasty! We took some cheese scones for the ride and had them later for tea when we arrived at our cottage! Definitely recommend this place!

Where do I start? OK... go to Ludlow on a Saturday evening and plan to eat out without booking…read moreahead and you'll spend ages finding a restaurant. This is what happened to us. We eventually managed to find The Olive Branch and even though they were very busy and had lots of reserved tables we managed to get a table "laid up" for us. This place has lots of past Egon Roney awards and has a very laid back, Bohemian menu. The staff, if a little young, were very enthusiastic and full of energy. The menu wasn't extensive but there was a very good selection of dishes all of which were cooked wonderfully and the portion control was perfect. Amongst the four covers (Chicken stuffed with Shropshire blue cheese and wrapped in smoked bacon, Lamb and Apricot pie and Vegetable tarts) we were served a selection of salads (bean, fruit and nut and traditional green leaf) as well as a selection of stir fried vegetables. This was very novel and ensured we could pick and choose our accompaniments. The wine selection was also very nice - the Pinot Grigo went down far too well and we managed to consume a couple bottled with ease. It would be too easy to over look The Olive Branch but if you're in town do yourself a favour and drop in as you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Our first visit but not our last ! fantastic breakfast , great service and great locationread more

Our group of four ventured off to Ludlow for their spring food festival. Not knowing what we would…read morefind there, and let's face it, being greedy, we decided to venture off to The Green Café. It came highly recommended by our host at the B&B we were staying. The café is adorable! They have outdoor seating, but it was a bit chilly and damp (what else is new?), so we opted for the cozy warmth of the indoors. It's a relatively small space- it probably seats 25 to 30 people. It's a popular place and it seemed the tables were constantly full (so make reservations). We ordered 4 entrées to share- 2 plates of Gnocchi (with Italian style pork, fennel and garlic sausage ragu, and a green salad); a beet salad with avocado and caramelized onions (which was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!) and to round things out, Tagliatelle (which had asparagus, tomato, anchovy, chili and green olive sauce). Everything was delicious. Continuing the theme of being indulgent (aka greedy), we followed that up with lemon polenta cake (with Greek yogurt) and their version of a pavlova. Both desserts are light and tasty! The Green Café did not disappoint! It was a stunning start to fantastic food weekend! Even though I am based 3.5 hours away in London, I will definitely be back and highly recommend that you venture to Ludlow for this very affordable and incredible restaurant!

This is a really small place but don't let that put you off! It's very cosy. We only went in for a…read moredrink. The hot choc was lovely and my OH said the tea was good. I was very tempted by the home made cakes but didn't have one so I can only tell you how nice they looked. I thought they were a little expensive but I guess you do pay more for homemade stuff so £3 to £4 per slice/cake is no more than other places for the same kind of thing. The staff are really nice and the place is clean and comfortable. Definitely worth popping in.

Wow! We learned about The Baker's Table on a Talgarth Mill brochure left at our AirBnB in Penderyn,…read moreon the other side of Brecon Beacons park... We were heading back to London the next day, and at first thought "too bad this isn't on our way home," but the next morning decided we wanted to see more of the park anyway, as well as a few other points north before our weeklong adventure adjourned... What a pleasure it was to stop here on that dreary morning! When we arrived around 10:30am, the whole place was bustling with what turned out to be a tour group of retirees, about to tour the historic adjacent mill. The setup is counter service style: order your items, take your number and choose a table (indoors or outdoors). Most of the indoor tables overlook the brook running through the mill; the outdoor tables are in the courtyard of the mill buildings. They don't have a true breakfast, per se, but they have teas, coffee/espresso drinks, breads, cakes and cookies available all day, most of which are made using grains locally harvested and milled right there. There are some gluten free options available as well. At 11:30, their lunch menu is available and features sandwiches, soup and salads, all made from locally sourced, processed and grown Welsh foods. We were still finishing up our morning coffee, enjoying the chill vibe of the place (especially after the tour group moved on - haha!) by the time lunch was available, so we decided to stick around a little longer and try it out too! After much deliberation about how to best sample their offerings (everything sounded AMAZING), we opted for a soup/sandwich combo with the ham, cheese & mustard sandwich and fresh garden pea and mint soup, along with a "board" that included salad, two cheeses, local ham, an apple, fresh cherry tomatoes, house chutney and fresh bread. So simple, but so delicious!! We ate it ALL... I can't recommend enough the sheer quality of this real, simple but delicious local food. Other items to note: Credit cards require a £10 minimum charge. Locally made gifts and gourmet food items are available for purchase. Restroom entrance is in the courtyard, but there are public toilets in the adjacent building, facing the street as well. Free Wi-Fi. Check out the Talgarth Mill Craft Shop next door if you are looking for locally made Welsh treasures to take home. Free parking (and recycling drop-off) is available a couple of short blocks away, just off the highway. The Talgarth visitor's centre across the street is there for all kinds of information about the area, or, if you'd just like to converse with the friendly locals.

Set above a dressmakers and alteration service called Marie's, and adjacent to a large Aldi, is the…read moreCoffee Loft, a peaceful coffee shop, with a good variety of seating. From conventional seating to small sofas, this is a good place to escape the hustle and bustle of the town centre. Having had coffee earlier in the morning, we opted for tea, ordinary and Earl Grey, although there were a multitude of other flavours on offer, both were refreshing and light, just what we needed. There were also coffees, such as americano, latte and cappuccino, all in two sizes. The counter was made of clear acrylic embedded with lots of different types of buttons, very effective. Atop of the counter, were many tempting homemade cakes, like scones, brownies, carrot cake, lemon drizzle, to name but a few. Resisting temptation we each had a teacake, which was perfect for a light lunch, and very reasonably priced to boot; a good find!

What a hidden gem! We booked an afternoon high tea for 4 ladies and our experience far exceeded our…read moreexpectations, what a delightful tea shop. We were treated to a cream tea, tower of yummy sandwiches and decadent cakes. The scones were fresh baked an absolute dream smothered in clotted cream and homemade jam, yummy! We felt totally spoiled by the level of service and amount of food. In fact we had so many leftovers we enjoyed them that evening for super as well. 10 out of 10 would recommend.

Amazing tea room! Comfortable and cozy but not too cramped, nice and warm, lots of tea in a pot,…read moregreat variety in the menu, I had the best soup of my life, I would go back all the time if I lived in Hereford. Also service was lovely.

Hole-in-the-wall spot with fine coffee and tea, sandwiches until 3:30, and free wifi. I had the…read moreBrie and cranberry croissant, which was toasted and came with a tiny side salad. Very kind and friendly staff, and a few patrons in and out whilst I sat here to write a bit. Highly recommended if you're in the area!

Cosy corner cafe with delicious coffee, cakes, and a selection of savoury bits. I always order from…read morethe specials menu. A nice quiet spot in the busy city centre.

This is a great little place with two sides to it. By day it is a brilliant coffee place (though…read moreyou can get drinks most of the day) and by night a cool night spot. There is great coffee and I mean the best in Brecon by far! Free wifi Great people the place to be seen.

Came in for pastries and coffee with a friend when I was visiting Hereford. It is the most quaint…read morelittle brunch location. The food and coffee were both great and it was so fun to sit and visit in this cute shop. If you're ever in Hereford or just passing through. This is a great place to visit. Staff was also really great and helpful assisting two Americans.

Hidden up a discrete alley way just off the main square in Hereford is a little restaurant called…read moreLa Madeleine. Surrounded by boutique shops, other cafes and a great looking cheese shop, it's out of the way and easy to miss. It might, however, be the best place in the whole town to get brunch. After walking around Hereford for half an hour on a Saturday morning (it's a small place), we'd given up on finding somewhere decent to get breakfast. It was only by chance that we decided to take a shortcut back to the car that we ventured up one of the small alley ways off the square towards the cathedral that we found La Madeleine. The main room is small and is overlooked by the small kitchen at the back. Filled with a mix match of wooden chairs and tables, the dining room is comfortable and would be great place to meet up for breakfast or take a breather from shopping. The real draw is the small garden at the back. Secluded and lush, it's a brilliant hidden oasis in the middle of the town, and a perfect place to sit out. We both ordered eggs Benedict which was very good. Served with bacon as opposed to ham, and a slightly unusual, buttery hollandaise, it really hit the spot. Two eggs Benedict and two strong coffees came in under twenty quid. La Madeleine is open Monday through Saturday for breakfast and lunch, and is licensed. It loses a star only for not being open on Sunday when we wanted to come back with the rest of the family.

For a person who really detests coffee, I really like Coffee #1. They usually have an intriguing…read morehot chocolate on their outside specials board to entice you in so they really should be called Hot Chocolate #1. There is a range of seating available and a good range of snacks and cakes. I had a hazelnut hot chocolate that was very tasty and came with cream containing chopped hazelnuts. The mini egg hot chocolate got a thumbs up too and is great if you want an Easter themed drink. There's a jug of water available if you would like a drink after all that chocolate. The toilet is very spacious as it's suitable for people with disabilities and contains baby changing facilities so it's multi purpose. Overall, Coffee #1 is a great place to stop if you like hot chocolate and want to rest your weary feet.