Having been a very satisfied customer of Henri's deli for a while now, I though it was about time I sang their praises.\n\nThere are two branches, one in Stockbridge, which I gather goes for a more bistro approach and one in Morningside. This is the only branch i've visited and is much more of a shop/deli.\n\nHenri's are dedicated to providing some of the best produce from all over France, many of which have been handpicked by the very friendly owner himself. They stock more French cheese varieties than you can shake a baguette at, charcuterie (this is the only place I know of in Edinburgh to get proper Bayonne ham), condiments, preserves, daily baked bread and all sorts of speciality foodie treasures. I don't go for sweets personally but their macarons are imported directly from Paris and i'm sure would impress those with an inclination.\n\nThere are two things that I love the most about Henri's. Firstly; the wine and beer. They have a glorious selection of wines, largely organic and additive free (which practically makes it a health supplement... honest) again, expertly chosen by the owner, from independent vineyards across many regions and exclusive to Henri's. Their beer is from the unique, award winning, Brasserie du Mont Blanc.\n\nSecondly; their filled baguettes. Henri's make the best sandwiches, without exaggeration, I have ever had. The creme de la creme (a little token French for you, there) being the 'Gascon' A fresh crusty baguette filled with shredded confit duck, goat's cheese, organic fig chutney and mixed salad leaf. I'm struggling to think of anything between two slices of bread that tasted better.\n\nNo, it's not the cheapest place to shop but the cost is qualified by the quality. And when you consider that at \u00a33.50, their take-away baguettes are little different in price to a \"sandwich\" from Subway, it's a bargain in comparison.
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