The Phoenix - Hills Road Sixth Form College

10The Phoenix |4th April 2014LifestyleThe Phoenix |4th April 2014 Lifestyle11The 4 Best Places to Eat and Drink in CambridgeClaudia Codling and Lucy WIlliams share their favouritesHOT NUMBERSHot Numbers Coffee just 5 minutes from Cambridge RailStation, Hot Numbers is an independent coffee bar androastery serving high quality beverages as well as a rangeof options for breakfast & lunch. Collaborating with WilliamsArt, the art gallery next-door, the two places havemerged to create an environment where both coffee andart can be enjoyed in a comfortable environment. As wellas this, the café offers coffee tasting workshops and baristatraining classes, perfect for those wanting to try somethingnew. Gigs are also held at weekends which showcaselocal bands and songwriters. Open until 10pm on Thursdays,Fridays and Sundays, Hot Numbers is the perfectplace to go for a late night drink and catch up with friends.STICKYBEAKSStickybeaks is an independent café located on HobsonStreet, popular for breakfast and brunch, as well as abeautiful selection of freshly made cakes and pastries. Wellknown for its lively but cosy atmosphere, it comes at the topin our list of favourite cafes in Cambridge. The main sellingpoint is the very reasonable prices, and with the generousportion sizes you know you are getting your money’s worth.THE FOUNTAINFound on Regent Street, The Fountain Bar has been describedas ‘Cambridge’s most contemporary venue’. Openfrom 11am to 3am every day, this is the place to come for coffeein the morning, a quick deli bite for lunch and then an alcoholicbeverage in the evening. This 3-story venue also offersan eclectic programme of events, from art exhibitions andpop-up restaurants to ‘Off The Record’ club nights. In termsof discounts, they hold a 2-for-1 cocktail evening each Mondayand we thoroughly recommend their Raspberry Mojitos.WILDWOODLocated on Bridge Street, this modern restaurant offeringboth Italian and American cuisine is the new go-toplace for all students on a budget. Whatever you choose,whether it’s the Wild mushroom & truffle oil pizza or theWildboar & Chorizo burger, there’s something to suit everyone’stastes. Another major perk of Wildwood is theirconstant stream of promotions throughout the year,with students getting 50% off all meals from Monday toFriday, making a trip here memorable yet affordable.