As far as I'm concerned, there is nothing better than sitting in a good coffee shop with a book to while away the hours, and if this appeals to you, then The Farmhouse Cafe is well worth a visit. Situated in the village of Balemartine a short walk from some gorgeous beaches, this cafe offers an extensive range of food and drinks to satisfy most tastes. The menu has an extensive range of sandwiches, wraps and paninis, which are all made to order and are all very reasonably priced. If you feel like treating yourself, you can always go for the very popular Spicy chicken or bean Nachos, perfect for sharing or for the extra hungry! The best part is that as much of the menu as possible is locally produced, from amazingly thick homemade soup to a highly tempting selection of cakes and biscuits. The cafe itself is very popular with both locals and tourists, so it is best to book in advance, but with two indoor and a recently developed outdoor seating area, you shouldn't have too much trouble! A recent expansion has also included a gift shop, stocked with lots of local arts and crafts, ranging from local photography to handmade soap and candles, making this cafe a must for anyone travelling to Tiree.... read more