A French Twist, Paddington

February 19, 2013 by Amy Darcy 3 Comments

For me, atmosphere can make or break a coffee shop – regardless of how amazing the coffee may be. I want to walk through the door and become so comfortable that I forget any concerns and can easily immerse myself in conversation with whoever am spending time with. This is certainly how I felt at French Twist at the Barracks. I was so overwhelmed by the stunning décor, the smell of fresh bread, the cabinet of perfectly presented pastries that all my problems immediately flew out the window. Jess (a former Sydney sider and beautiful friend) and I sunk into our plush arm chairs, feeling a little like we were in a European paradise and had a very overdue catch up. Here’s a taste…

You must put it on your list of cafes to go to!

Where? The Barracks, Petrie Terrace – top of Caxton Street.

When?

Mon – Fri
7:00 am – 5:30 pm

Sat & Sun
8:00 am – 5:30 pm

Amy Darcy

Editor & Founder at Eat Pray Workout

Amy is the founder and editor of Eat Pray Workout. She is an Australian lawyer, army wife, health & fitness lover and Mum. Sharing her passion for a holistic and realistic approach to wellbeing and fitness, her mission is to inform, inspire & empower women to live a flourishing healthy lifestyle.

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Robin G. says
June 5, 2013 at 3:07 pm
Clearly...I am stalking your blog. I can't help it, I'm in love :) This coffee shop looks incredible! In the town I lived in for my graduate degree, I had a coffee shop that I loved to study in. It definitely didn't look anything like this, but the lighting, the fresh smell of coffee, the view of the busy street and the background noise always got me to focus!
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- Amy says
  June 5, 2013 at 6:24 pm
  So glad you are enjoying it Robin! Isn't it funny how the bustle can just make you focus? I love it when you can curl up in an armchair in a cafe and read! It's nice you feel like you have company but can still be productive and don't have to talk to anyone :) Thanks for stopping by, hope to hear from you soon xx
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