On a working farm, this skylit, retrofitted barn houses a wondrous bakery, deli, florist and homewares shop as well as an all-organic vegetarian cafe. For breakfast, expect French toast with walnuts and honey or smashed avocado on sourdough; lunch sees wood-fired pizzas, open-faced sandwiches (St Tola goat's cheese and root vegetables) and salads (quinoa, tahini and aubergine).
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