http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk en-gb holbrooksonline.co.uk 2011-9-27T00:00:00Z holbrooksonline.co.uk http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#103356 Im always amazed to see how much scientific research there is into coffee at any one time. When you consider how much of it we all drink I suppose it makes sense to learn all we can. The following article By Michelle RobertsHealth reporter BBC News talks about how our beloved coffee can prevent depression. Women who drink two or more cups of coffee a day are less likely to get depressed research suggests.It is not clear why it might have this effect but the authors believe caffeine in coffee may alter the brains chemistry. Decaffeinated coffee did not have the same effect.The findings published in Archives of Internal Medicine come from a study of more than 50000 US female nurses.The experts are now recommending more work to better understand the link.And they say it is certainly too soon to start recommending that women should drink more coffee to boost mood.Caffeine liftThe Harvard Medical School team tracked the health of the women over a decade from 1996 to 2006 and relied on quest... 2011-9-27 10:32:30 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#78583 2010-10-23 15:58:40 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#63766 Fresh Funky Fun Delicious Coffee tshirts tshirts t shirts for men and women To celebrate the greatness and life giving benefits of COFFEE we have developed a seriously tastey range of T shirts. Great gift ideas for coffee fanatics and addicts alike Gift ideas for coffee fans 2010-4-25 12:37:59 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#28662 One year on and Holbrooks has really taken off. Its been hard work for the Holbrooks team but we are all very proud of what we have achieved. Thank you to all our loyal customers friends and family who have supported Holbrooks and everybody involved over the last twelve months. We couldnt have done it with out any of you. We will be throwing a champaign celebration on Saturday the 6th of September at Holbrooks from 6pm for everybody we look forward to seeing you there. Many thanks Benx 2008-8-23 08:18:41 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#24442 Shaker Shack 65 Newton RoadMumbles Swansea Wales UK SA3 4BL Tel 01792 368378 www.shakershack.co.uk Shaker Shack has been described as a little Aladdins cave of beautiful furniture homespun gifts quilts candles scented goods and American folk art. They stock a wide range of Yankee Candles McCall Candles and Barn Candles and with a strong focus on customer care will even help you source what ever you re looking for So next time you are taking a stroll through Mumbles be sure to pop in and take home somthing special. 2008-5-19 17:53:43 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#21386 What can coffee do for you It prevents some diseases of our timeIt reduces the risk of Alzheimers disease heart disease Parkinsons disease diabetis and gout. It is due to the caffeine content of coffee or the antioxidants in it as it is known that coffee is the no. 1 source of antioxidants. Antioxidants are substances in food which could prevent or slow oxidative damage to human body.Alertness and moodThe caffeine content in coffee could increase the speed of rapid information processing by 10. A cup of coffee after lunch helps to counteract the normal post lunch dip in ability to keep concentration and alertness.Depression and AnxietyThe coffee and its caffeine content can reduce depression and anxiety if you drink it moderately. It also improves vigilance and concentration and lowers fatigue. But if you drink too much coffee per day it could raise stress levels.It is a good social drinkA cup of coffee could be a very good reason to go out and meet new people or just hang out with ... 2008-3-15 19:21:09 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#16956 As stated previously at Holbrooks we like to support local business and provide local products to our customers. We also like to offer the very best and Kates Brownies are THE perfect example. Not only are they literally selling like hot cakes but they have been awarded with the prestigious true taste of Wales award . Kate says We provide the ultimate dining option whether it is a weekly family dinner entertaining friends or a special event. Crumbles caters for all with the emphasis on real home made food. 2007-11-27 16:37:16 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#16697 If you have been to HOLBROOKS and have had an enjoyable or un enjoyable experience hopefully not un enjoyable then why not write about it We believe that every body has a right to their own opinion and we would love to know what you think To write a review please CLICK HERE 2007-11-20 18:51:04 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#16336 I would like to talk a little bit about what really makes a premium cup of coffee. When you are drinking an espresso based coffee such as a cappuccino or latte you may be forgiven for thinking that the quality relies on the quality of the bean. Although good beans are a good start the technique and precision a coffee barista coffee professional are equally if not more important. A skilled barista is the equivalent to the coffee shop as highly trained chef is to a restaurant. A chef may have access to the finest and freshest of ingredients but that does not necessarily mean heshe is capable of creating anything out of the ordinary. So many factors affect the quality of the final product. Even the room temperature affects the quality of the crema and can easily cause over or under extraction. Bitter coffee isnt just caused by the bean its caused by the way its ground tampered and dosed. Milk foaming is an art in itself and I cant ever imagine feeling that I had mastered it. So I ask yo... 2007-11-9 15:31:15 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#16335 . HOLBROOKS has recently been awarded with a 4 Star rating for health and hygene. A government initiative to allow customers to see exactly how much businesss care about their premises. MissionTo promote Food Safety and empower Consumer choice by making available information to which the Public has a right to access under Freedom of Information Legislation. Through To promote Food Safety and empower Consumer choice by making available information to which the Public has a right to access under Environment Information Regulation Legislation. A Best Value method for any Local Authorities to meet their public access obligations under current and future legislation. A visible cost effective and wellpublicised means of encouragement for improved standards amongst catering establishments. You may have already seen the sign that is in the window Scores on the doors 4 star We are extremely happy with our rating and aiming at getting the full five stars next year HOLBROOKS ultimate c... 2007-11-9 15:30:14 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#16127 Hello Well at long last a date has been set for HOLBROOKS first book swopping eveningThursday the 15th of November Holbrooks Coffee House Union street Swansea. Bring any unwanted books cds records comics text books etc. from 6.30pm onwards. Any questions please dont hesitate to contact me. I look forward to seeing you all soon. Ben Holbrook 2007-11-2 19:10:35 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#14999 WOW Its hard to believe but today HOLBROOKS is one month oldThe weeks have flown by and we have rapidly built a solid foundation of some of the nicest customers we could have wished for. I would like to take this moment to say thanks to everybody who has supported us and been understanding of me not being very sociable and somtimes maybe a little boring. Its been hard but its been rewarding. Remember though we will never stop trying to be the best and improving so any suggestions or comments that you have to offer usplease fire awayTake care and see you soonPS WE ARE OPEN ON SUNDAYSBen 2007-10-1 18:52:07 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#14726 An email we recently recievedDear All Just a quick note of appreciation to you all. Having returned from holidays last week and then a recent conference it was a big surprise to see your new coffee house in Swansea. Swansea has long been in need of such a coffee house where personal customer care is important.We tried out the service initially this morning with a coffee and tea and were impressed enough to return for a toasted sandwich and panini later.Many thanks to you all for all your help and care.Our visit was memorable and we see ourselves as regular customers from today.Best wishes for the future to you allRowland Thomas 2007-9-22 17:25:20 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#14637 MORNING DELIGHT HOLBROOKS For busy people on the run why not try our take out specialA large take out cup of our finest fairtrade Cappuccino or Latte amp2 slices of our thick sliced toast with butter amp jam. brown or white All for only 1632.50Available to take out only everyday between 7.30am amp 11amHope everybody is well Ben 2007-9-19 17:23:17 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#14448 As a small company at HOLBROOKS we like to support other small local business. We will not however allow this to defer from the HOLBROOKS principles of Quality and Value. We are lucky enough to have built an excellent working relationship with a local producer Fuller Flavour . The food that Fuller Flavour provide to HOLBROOKS is of the finest quality availble and to prove it it has won the prestigious True Taste Awards. 2007-9-11 15:41:48 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#14378 Just to let everybody know. HOLBROOKS is open from 7.30am to 6pm every day except for Sundays which we open 10.30am to 4pm. During holiday periods such as Christmas we will be open till late for all you late night shoppers Hope everybody is well. Ciao Ben Holbrook 2007-9-8 16:14:51 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#14117 At HOLBROOKS you can buy the famous Byron Bay Cookies which are made all the way in Australia To start with there will be three types of cookies. 1. Triple Chocolate Fudge 2. Lemon amp macadamia 3. Gluten free choc chunk and macadamia 2007-8-30 16:13:17 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#13971 With the emphasis on value and quality HOLBROOKS Coffee always comes in one size and thats large unless you want a smaller cup We dont charge you the earth for this. At Starbucks or Costa Coffee you will pay 1.95 for a small Cappucino which is around 10 to 12 oz. Our Cappucino is 1631.75 and thats for a 15oz size the equivalant to most places largest size But dont think we compramise on quality to do this. We use only the finest Fairtrade coffee beans all the time every time When we say we believe in value and quality we mean it. Quality value and affordable luxury thats what HOLBROOKS is all about. 2007-8-26 12:29:11 http://www.holbrooksonline.co.uk/page17.htm#13714 The last month of august 07 has been an incredible experience for everybody involved with HOLBROOKS Coffee House. Its taken determination and shear hard work to achieve what we believe to be the perfect Coffee House. HOLBROOKS will be open on the 3rd of September so make a note in your diary and we will see you then Ben Holbrook 2007-8-16 11:36:58