Long, long ago, in distant lands of Ethiopia, there was a magical power enchanted in the red fruits of the coffee tree. Local shepherds, entranced by their goats, which gained unimaginable energy after eating these fruits, decided to delve into the secrets of these fruits. Thus, coffee was born, a beverage that gained popularity and significance over the centuries.
The history of coffee traversed continents, starting from Ethiopia and Yemen, where its magical properties were discovered. In the Arab world, it became a symbol of social gatherings, and coffeehouses became places of discussion and exchange of thoughts. The spread of coffee in Europe, though met with resistance and suspicion, changed the face of culture and social customs.
But how did coffee reach Poland? It’s an incredible story of travels across continents and cultures. For the first time, coffee reached our lands from the south, thanks to the Turks who seized Moldavia. The first Polish coffeehouses, although not yet serving Poles but rather Ottoman visitors, began to appear in areas occupied by Turkish armies.
The first true coffeehouses in Poland began to open in Gdańsk, where the coffee trend quickly and strongly prevailed. Initially treated as an exclusive beverage, coffee gradually became more accessible to the masses. Over time, to the traditional Arab coffee, sugar, milk, or cream were added, and even creating a specific combination of coffee with thick cream, known as “Polish-style coffee”.
In this cultural corner of Europe, the coffee-drinking trend developed along with social and economic changes, becoming an integral part of everyday life. But above all, coffee became a pretext for meetings, exchange of views, and preservation of traditions. And it is in this spirit that our Granary Café was created.
Hidden in the nooks of a historical, baroque building, the Granary Café has become a place where time flows slower, and the aroma of coffee hangs in the air like a promise of good company. It is here, at old wooden tables, that people meet to share stories, dreams, and joys, all over a cup of hot coffee.
In the Granary Café, the history of coffee merges with the history of our country, creating a magical cocktail of culture and tradition. It is here, under the brick vaults, in the warm atmosphere, that we find the most beautiful aspects of the coffee-drinking tradition – shared moments and unforgettable flavors.
