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We were on our way to Lenox when this popular lunch spot caught our eye. Customers could be seen lunching or enjoying iced coffee on its inviting courtyard patio. Once inside, we joined the line of people waiting to place their orders.
Besides selling beverages, salads and sandwiches, this place also roasts a selection of coffee beans in house which you can purchase to bring home. In addition to coffee and coffee related paraphernalia, a variety of other specialty items are on sale here such as oatmeal biscuits, jams, teas, maple syrup, honey, and spices. Nice to see many of these items are sourced locally.
We opted to sit indoors in their dining room, an airy sunlit space with air conditioning. It also doubles as an art gallery. We were admiring the beautiful artwork on the walls by artist Sarah Horne (available to purchase) when our lunch arrived.
The Shrimp Salad featured large fresh prawns on a mélange of arugula leaves, sliced oranges, onions, cucumbers and chopped tomatoes. The lemony vinaigrette with hints of basil was refreshing, a superb complement to this summery salad.
The Argentino Panini which the store claims to be "like a cubano but better" was indeed an excellent grilled sandwich, scrumptious with every bite. This delicious combo comprised succulent roast pork slices, smoked ham, pickled onions, dill pickles, mustard and melted cheese held together by two slices of ciabatta.
Don't leave this quaint town without exploring their local shops, located on all of three streets. There is an original general store (dating back to 1888), a traditional book store, several antique shops...all oozing old world charm. Several other art galleries, including a whimsical mobile gallery, are also within walking distance.