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Three new cafés have opened in Luxembourg City, each bringing a different flavour and style to the local coffee scene.
If you're anything like me, there's nothing like having a little beverage, or a sweet treat, to shape your day for the better. That's one of the many reasons I love to spend time in cafés, and Luxembourg is starting to get a lot more of those.
Here are three more cafés in Luxembourg City to add to your list next time you go café-hopping.
The Coffee
Starting off in the city centre, The Coffee is tucked away inside of the Roger Manderscheid Passage. The Coffee is an international Brazilian coffee franchise that is inspired by the flavours of Japan.
It's only been open for about a month, and every time I walk by, I see tons of customers with matchas in hand. Their menu has a variety of drink options with the strawberry or mango matcha flavours being particularly popular this summer.
But, as the name of the café suggests, The Coffee really specialises in…coffee! They use three types of beans, one from Brazil, and two that change every few months to bring in new tasting experiences for both the casual drinkers to the coffee connoisseurs.
The Coffee is inspired by Japanese design, flavours, and efficiency. Therefore, The Coffee prioritises take-away beverages by taking orders on tablets to cut down wait times. The café still offers a warm, minimalist, and inviting sit down spot at their hidden terrace.
What do they recommend?
The Coffee recommends the cold brew. Not only is it refreshing, but the cold brew stays smooth while maintaining a high caffeine content.
The Coffee also has pastries on the menu which are all made by Les Nii, the local Japanese pastry shop located in Belair. They recommend the cheesecake because it's light, fluffy and not too sweet. They also recommended the banana bread, stating that "it is truly special."
Glyko
Glyko brings another part of the world to Luxembourg – Greece! It all started when a father was visiting his son in Luxembourg. The father, who has a background in horeca, felt that Luxembourg needed more spaces for people to sit and enjoy a coffee, specifically a Greek coffee.
Glyko, which is the Greek word for sweet, is located across from Oberweis in the city centre. That location used to be a jewellery shop which helped inspire the café's concept. Instead of a gallery of jewellery, Glyko aims to be a gallery of flavours. So when you walk in, you are greeted by baristas making coffee to your left, and a glass display filled with chocolate treats, desserts, dried fruits, and nuts to your right.
Their goods, similarly to jewellery, have been handpicked from small Greek vendors known for their craft and quality. The gold and robin egg blue colours of the interior make the space feel cosy and luxurious.
Glyko has been open for two months, and the Greek community of Luxembourg started spreading the word. The word definitely spread, because now Glyko is being frequented by everyone, Greek or not.
What do they recommend?
I was recommended a freddo espresso and a panorama triangle. The freddo espresso takes a double espresso and whips it over ice, making a cold refreshing drink that is still strong. The Panorama Triangle is a dessert that consists of a triangular pastry that is filled upon order with fresh patisserie crème.
Holy Ghost Garden
As soon as you walk into Holy Ghost Garden, you'll be greeted by friendly faces and the smell of flowers and coffee. Whether you're inside next to the florist arranging bouquets, or outside in the peaceful garden – here, you get to sip your drink among nature.
This café-meets-garden spot really feels like you've journeyed through a forest, only to find a snug retreat along the way. The creativity can be felt, and it makes sense with this spot having been a tattoo parlour for many years. The Holy Ghost Garden still pays tribute to its history with vintage tattoo posters hung near the bathrooms.
This little nook is proud to offer Luxembourgish products, including locally roasted Feierboun coffee beans. It also hosts flower and plant workshops which can be discovered on their Instagram page.
What do they recommend?
The Ube Latte and a Lëtz Drink Limo Lime. Ube, a Filipino purple yam, is the latte flavour Luxembourg did not know it has been missing. This sweeter latte is bright purple! Lët'z Limo Lemon drink is another barista favourite because not only is it refreshing and tart for a hot day, but it’s also local!
