On the way to a movie preview at The Windsor in Nedlands, I dropped into a local café for a quick very late lunch. I got far more than I bargained for at Martineaus Patisserie, including a wonderful trip down memory lane.
Stepping inside I was instantly overtaken with childhood memories of standing in front of a cake counter trying to decide what to spend my savings on. The range of cute little meringues, including penguins brought back so many memories. The French patisseries were definitely the real thing too.
I was greeted by one of the nicest women who set about trying to help me make a decision, which was no easy task.
Finally after many minutes of indecision I settled on a sandwich, though the little girl in me had very different ideas. The ham and cheese sandwich or croquet-monsieur to use its real name was spectacular.
As I sat reading the paper a range of customers came in to pick up various cake orders, each one greeted by name like a long lost friend. It was clear that the café is the place to be for birthday or celebration cakes. The family atmosphere, especially when the chef came out an sat down to have a chat with one of the customers, was heart warming. His French ascent was no surprise.
As I wandered out with a little extra something to take home I pondered …
- How wonderful to find a real French patisserie hidden away in a little shopping centre
- It was so good to see that old school community service is still alive and well
- It will be hard not to pop in when I next go to The Windsor theatre
For more information go to Martineaus
A heart warming community café with wonderful French treats
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