Coffee shops - they're not just places for a caffeine fix or a quick pit stop; they can be our havens of creativity, productivity, and connection. But lately, as the world's gaze turns toward tragic events unfolding in Palestine, some of our beloved coffee sanctuaries have come under scrutiny for their complicity in the ongoing atrocities.
For those of us who have spent hours working, studying, or simply savouring a latte with friends within the comforting walls of these coffee shops, it's a bitter realisation. We may find ourselves wondering if there are alternatives.
We embarked on a quest to seek out
coffee shops and
baristas that stand in solidarity with Palestine, establishments that prioritise ethical sourcing and do not have ties with Israel. These are the places where your morning caffeine ritual can also become a powerful act of conscience.
Blank street Coffee - located all around London, take a look at the full list
here
Italian
Bear Chocolate - London 41 Broadwick Street, W1F 9QL, 29 Rathbone Place, W1T 1JG
Jenki - Spitalfields, 43 Brushfield Street, E1 6AA
Coffee No1 - Various locations up and down the UK. Find the full list
here
The Nest Coffee House - Find the full list of locations
here
Chaiiwala - Various locations in the UK, full list
here
Cafe Palestina
- Located in Kentish Town
Half Million Coffee Shop - Opposite Selfridges
Sometimes our coffee mornings start in the comfort of our own homes, so we've got some recipes for you that will have you serving up some amazing coffee to your family and friends.
Java chip Frappacchino
Strabucks Pink Drink
Starbucks Iced White Chocolate Mocha
Mango Dragonfruit Refresher
Sheer chai
Caramel Macciato
Whilst we have been in pursuit to finding you the best alternative coffee shops and cafes, we've also, found some must try Palestian owned restaurants around London.
Fait Maison - South Kensington
Maramia Cafe - West London
Hiba Taboun - Walthamstow
Shakeshuka - Marylebone
Akub - Notting hill gate
Mr Falafel - Shepherds Bush
Hiba Express - Holborn
Tbytamara - Marylebone
Morameza - Raynes Park
Mihbaj - Paddington
Wanasa Kitchen - Enfield
Hiba Street Food - Tottenham Court Road
Mini Hiba - Walthamstow
Moxiesfishbar - Clapham South
Hibox - Oxford Circus
Zaki Zaki Falafel - Portobello
Whatthefattoush - Southwark
We would love to hear from you - have you visited any of these cafes or restaurants? Send us your thoughts and reviews to team@muslimahapp.com or comment below on the on our Instagram post.
Stay tuned for our next and final blog of this series, one that is probably the most important yet.
For emergency relief, please donate to the following charities that are currently on the ground providing aid:
UNRWA
Islamic Relief
Medical Aid for Palestine and
JustGiving: MAP
International Development & Relief Foundation (IDRF)
HCI
MATW Project