Paying homage to her ancestral home on the Greek island of Kastelorizo, Despina has created an inviting Aladdin's cave of fabulous flavours, aromas, trinkets and jewels. Your eyes are drawn in every direction of this tiny cafe-cum-gift shop by the exquisite tapestries, silverware, mosaics, gourmet goodies, intriguing family photos and Despina's seductive counter display of housemade cakes. Not to mention a blackboard menu flaunting fresh spanakopitas (spinach and feta filo pies), babotsaki (eggplant stuffed with lamb and cheese), the ever-changing mezzo plate and beautiful baklava made by Despina's aunt. Tea varieties include Moroccan, Thai, Indian and Persian rose as well as herbal infusions, while coffee drinkers can choose from Italian blends, spicy varieties and a range of French syrups. And few can resist Despina's famous hot chocolate. Rich, creamy and made with real milk chocolate.
