A coffee and cake kinda day

So whilst I do have another baking post in the pipeline for you foodies, this is a slightly more relaxed version for those of you who maybe aren’t so acquainted with a whisk and muffin tray as I am.

My favourite ways to catch up with friends is normally over a hot drink and something delicious, enter a coffee and cake date! Most of the time I try and find new places to discover with my buddies, sampling their finest selections (more often than not a slice of Red Velvet cake) and rating the hot chocolate to whipped cream ratio whilst gossiping about gosh knows what.

It's always lovely uncovering somewhere new and unique, however sometimes you really can't deny a spot of deliciousness at the John Lewis cafe, and when's free to boot - who can complain?

I know what you’re thinking; “Free? Frankie, since when did you turn into a cake-thieving pyromaniac?” Well dear friend, I'll tell ya.

It has nothing to do with stealing or old fashioned tom foolery, no no, it was a few months back when I discovered you earn free Coffee and Cake vouchers for John Lewis when you sign up to their "my John Lewis" card. When I was told these sacred secrets, I was all over that thang like Scrappy Doo on a Scooby snack.

Before I signed up I scoured the terms and conditions for some loop hole, some kind of APR which would bite me on the behind before I could take a bite of a shortbread slice. But no! I was pleasantly surprised to find the the "my John Lewis" card is simply a points card, similar to the Boots Advantage scheme, you simply sign up, collect points when you shop and John Lewis - and most importantly receive monthly vouchers for a hot drink and cake at your local store!

Pretty sweet deal if you ask me.

So this is how I cost effectively treat myself and a pal to something hot and tasty to fill our bellies while we discuss world politics (our latest skincare discovery) and the quest for inner peace (something food related.) A pretty fab way to spend a Tuesday evening or Saturday afternoon I’m sure you’ll agree!

If you’re interested in exploiting this offer in a similar fashion to myself, simply visit the My John Lewis section of their website, where you can sign up for free and begin enjoying some delicious hot treats ready for the winter months!