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Aroma Café www.aromacafe.co.uk 01297 445914 6 Bridge St., Lyme Regis, DT7 3QA Although it’s made its name primarily as a coffee stop, courtesy of fresh roast from the nearby The Coffee Factory, Aroma does a mean afternoon tea. A Taste of the West Gold Award and the opening of a second outlet in Bridport in January 2016 indicates that they’ve found the right balance. The secret? According to owner John, “Being a cafe based in Dorset we like to do things traditionally, but sometimes with a bit of a twist.... therefore one half of the scone should be adorned with cream and jam.....whilst the other with jam and cream. Or you could throw the rules out and get dunkin – it’s messy but makes you liberated!” Alongside homemade fruit scones you can also find gluten-free and vegan cakes, or salted caramel, lemon & ginger or something else just as delightful. 32 Best For: Relax in comfy sofas with free WiFi and a boat area filled with toys for the kids. www.menu-dorset.co.uk