Penny University (Review)

Headed down to Penny University for a second time with my sister during the CNY break, since she was visiting from Shanghai and wanted to cafe hop.

Penny University is a term that originated from 18th century coffeehouses in London, England.

For the price of a penny, one had access to coffee, the company of people from all levels of society, discussions, bulletins, newspapers and the latest gossip.

Penny University makes a mean cup of Joe. The Muddled Espresso with ice is wonderful, layered, with strong body and texture. With each sip is a different surprise on body, flavor and intensity. The coffee is robust and bold yet very balanced. We had a cherry pie, just the right marriage of zing and sweetness, with a crunchy, rustic crust. The crowd, ambience and service is also the way I like a cafe: unassuming but always full of surprises.  The people at Penny University are definitely doing it right!