Quiet aftie breaks at Caffeine District

I've been cultivating a Sunday habit of late: spending some "me time" sipping coffee or tea wherever it's quiet, cozy and comfortable working on my tab. To do this, I'm constantly finding nice places, preferably close to home so it won't take me long 
to return to my household chores. 
One of my latest discoveries is Caffeine District - a coffee shop, obviously, that's very near San Sebastian Church in Manila. Inside, it's the homey feel that welcomes -- and a sea of heads buried in books and laptops. I was surprised that this place could really get jam-packed on a Sunday - with students doing their homework and probably, thesis. There's an old feel to this cafe that draws me, an old soul. The interior design is classic and dark brown is the dominant color -- from the wooden tables and chairs and most parts of the walls.  The result is dark interiors but for me, it's what 
makes the place cozy and homey. 

I was there two consecutive Sundays already, spending quiet afternoons with a drink of caffeine, what else? There's food to keep hunger at bay and the other Sunday - my birthday - a slice of cake to celebrate 49 years.

Chicken Caesar Salad
It may look like there's a crouton party in there but really, there's a lot of cubed chicken breast to enjoy with the greens. A healthy and yummy treat!

Tuna Sandwich with fries
The tuna spread wasn't exceptional but the fries were nicely fried - a 
little crunchy and not oily.

Triple Chocolate Mousse
What better way is there to spend a quiet afternoon on your birthday than to throw all dietary cautions to the wind and enjoy a luscious slice of chocolate cake? There isn't any other! I loved this layered goodie as it wasn't overly sweet but very chocolatey. So worth the guilt!

Cappuccino
Cute coffee art, yes, but that wasn't all as the taste was great, too! It's strong and bold - perfect for warding off the afternoon slump.

Latte Frappe
I paired this with my chocolate mousse and it was a match made in heaven! I told the crew who took my order I didn't want any sugar in my frappe as I would be eating cake (enough of sugar!) and it was served exactly the way I wanted. Even if the coffee was strong and there was absence of sweetness, the whipped cream pared down the bitterness.

Menu

Inside Caffeine District 

Everyone, except me, is studying.

The color brown is everywhere - even in the couch and throw pillows.

Caffeine District is very near San Sebastian Church going 

toward Legarda St. in Manila

I learned that Caffeine District is already five years old and from the looks of it, it's here to stay. I will probably spend a lot more Sunday afternoons here, 
and who knows, many birthday breaks too!