A group of friends, including Jamie and his friends Josh and Ollie from the YouTube channel "Sorted", visit a small Italian cafe in East London that has been serving traditional English breakfasts for over 120 years. The cafe is run by an Italian family, with an almost 82-year-old mother who still works there. The group enjoys a hearty full English breakfast, followed by pasta dishes and cannelloni. They are impressed by the quality and flavor of the food, particularly the homemade bechamel sauce and the crispy fried bread. The group also tries some desserts, including a strawberry tart that exceeds their expectations. Throughout the meal, the group engages in lively conversation and jokes, discussing their experiences with food and cooking. They conclude that the cafe is a hidden gem and a great example of a community-driven eatery.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The cafe has been in business since 1900.
2. The cafe was started by the owner's grandparents, who were Italian immigrants.
3. The grandparents came to London from a small village in Tuscany.
4. They settled in the East End of London, which was a poor area at the time.
5. The owner's grandfather took over the cafe from an old Italian gentleman who didn't want it anymore.
6. The cafe has been family-owned and operated for over 120 years.
7. The owner's 82-year-old mother still helps out with the cooking.
8. The cafe serves traditional English breakfast dishes, as well as Italian food.
9. The owner's favorite dish is the fried bread, which is made with a special recipe.
10. The cafe has a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, and the staff make an effort to get to know the customers.
11. The cafe has been featured on a YouTube channel called "Sorted".
12. The YouTube channel "Sorted" is run by a group of friends who travel around the world trying different foods.
13. The group has tried food in many different countries, including Japan, where they had some of the best food they've ever had.
14. The group has also had some bad food experiences, but they always try to be honest and respectful in their reviews.