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If you’re in Sunderland city centre, here’s some great places to visit, big chains aside, in no particular order.
9. Port, corner of John Street and St Thomas Street
Part coffee shop, part clothes store, part arts space, Port on the corner of John Street not only offers great coffee, cakes and bagels, it's become a real community hub. Look out for its murder mystery evenings and more. | Sunderland Echo
10. Coffee snug at The Chair, Eagle Building, East End
A real hidden gem, the coffee snug is tucked down the cobbled alleyway at the Eagle Building (next door to Quayside Exchange) in the East End, on the very edge of the city centre. It's an extension to The Chair, a hairdressing and cosmetology business already based in the building. Head down for coffee made from Baristocracy beans, filled croissants, cookies, bagels and more. | Sunderland Echo
11. Ashbrooke Home, Mackie's Corner
As well as being one of the city centre's best independent shops, selling a great range of homeware and gifts, Ashbrooke Home, on the corner of Mackie's Corner also do great coffees and matcha, which you can enjoy in store overlooking the colourful displays. | Sunderland Echo
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12. Cafe Floriana, Burdon Road
Mother and daughter team Kate and Emilia Ross gave new life to the unit at the bottom of Burdon Road, which has plenty of period charm. With Cafe Floriana, they've created a really pretty coffee shop and cafe that offers some great quality brunches and lunches - it's particularly good for those with dietary requirements and food allergies. | Sunderland Echo