healthy eating

Below are a selection of my favourite places to eat each with their own character, ambience and plus points:

CAFES	DESCRIPTION	DIRECTIONS
Bistro Moelwyn Blaenau Ffestiniog	This restaurant has views of the Moelwyn mountains, hence its name. The menu is designed to work with seasonal produce, which is organic where possible and sourced from local retailers and farmers, ensuring a Welsh flavour to the dishes. Special events and music at times.
Croesor Cafe Bryngelynnen farm Croesor	A beautiful café has been created by the villagers as phase one of a plan to convert the old Bryngelynnen farm into a centre for both the walkers and the community. Here you can relax beside an inglenook fireplace with a slice of delicious homemade cake and tea or a soup served by one of the volunteers. The tasteful restoration using traditional materials and has won the 2007 Rural Award from CPRW - The Campaign for the Preservation of Rural Wales (Meirionnydd). An additional award was presented for traditional slate fencing.
Cafe on the Hill Pont yf Alog Garn opening times: Friday, Saturday Sunday in summer only 4km east of Llan Ffestiniog Junction of B4391 with B4407	Healthy selections, some vegetarian with tasty home-made cakes including vegan and glutton free A stone's throw from the spectaular and cascading Cynfal waferfalls or Rhaeadr Cynfal
CEMLYN TEA ROOM High Street Harlech Gwynedd LL46 2YA +44 (0)1766 780425 Open from: mid-March to October 10.30am until 5pm, closed Mondays and Tuesdays (except Bank holiday Mondays open)	Renowned for it's wide variety of fragrant and speciality teas, with the option of soya milk. All food is made on the premises, serving teas and light lunches, ranging from vegetable, gluton-free soups with home-made bread to delicious cakes and barabrith. You will have a warm greeting in stylish surroundings with stunning views overlooking Harlech castle, the Snowdonia mountains, St David's Golf Course and the sea. Fine Arts from local artists on display.
QUARRY CAFE High Street Machynlleth	Vegetarian wholefood home baking, including gluten free produce in relaxing and friendly ambience. Run by Centre for Alternative Technology
ORIEL PLAS GLYN-Y-WEDDW Arts Centre & Tea Room Llanbedrog Pwllheli Gwynedd LL53 7TT	Tasty home baking with several vegetarian options. Beautiful view and surroundings linked to Wales's oldest gallery in historic Victorian gothic mansion.
ERIC'S CAFE Tremadog nr Porthmadog	Popular meeting place for climbers, walkers, osprey watchers and bikers. Hear Eric tell stories about his adventures if you're lucky!
PETE'S EATS 40 High St Llanberis Caernarfon LL55 4EU	Frequently bustling with walkers, climbers and outdoor enthusiasts. Lots of choices including tasty, home-made vegetarian options and you won't leave hungry!
PEN Y GWRYD HOTEL Nant Gwynant Gwynedd LL55 4NT +44 (0)1286 870211	Wonderful atmosphere at this old inn where mountaineers have gathered for generations. Old photographs and equipment can be seen hanging from the ceilings and walls. Evening bar meals or book for a tastly 3 course meal served at 7.30pm
BLUE SKY CAFE Ambassador Hall Behind 236 High Street Bangor LL57 1PA +44(0)1248 355444	New beautiful cafe with a strong ethos for locally sourced, high quality foods, fair trade teas & coffees, and organic ingredients where possible. A cosy, amicable atmosphere, with real woodburning stove, comfortable seating, stunning interior design and a colourful menu.
Saffron Delicatessen 48, High Street Llanberis Gwynedd LL55 4EU +44 (0)1286 871777	Saffron is a well stocked, organic shop & vegetarian deli. A health food shop with the emphasis on good food for health supplemented by a select range of vitamins, minerals and natural remedies. Take aways are available with option to eat inside. Glutten and dairy free catered for.