
T: 01227 464390
2 Westgate Grove, Canterbury, Kent CT2 8AA
CAFÉ
DES
AMIS

Our cuisine
Modern Mexican cuisine draws influence not only from its ancient Aztec past, but equally from the Spanish and French colonial eras. More recently California and the other border states have added further layers of influence to this highly evolved cuisine.We are committed to using the best quality fresh ingredients . We use a traditional local butcher, Hedgers of St Dunstans (close enough to make deliveries on foot), and we use Dumbrells of Canterbury for all our fruit and vegetables.
Our drinks menu
Modern Mexican cuisine draws influence not only from its ancient Aztec past, but equally from the Spanish and French colonial eras. More recently California and the other border states have added further layers of info


01227 464390
2 Westgate Grove, Canterbury, CT2 8AA
CAFÉ DES AMIS



Jobs
We have vacancies for kitchen porters and waiting staff at Cafe des Amis.
Please email your CV with a covering letter to david@cafedez.com
Or post to:
David Lewis
Cafe des Amis
2 Westgate Grove
Canterbury
Kent CT2 8AA.
We are always interested in hearing from interesting and talented people so please don’t hesitate to send us your CV, and we will keep you on file and contact you as and when an appropriate vacancy arises.


History
In 1988, Bill and Emmanuelle Betham, opened Café des Amis in this 16 th century building. Whilst travelling to Mexico, they were inspired by the unique and vibrant cuisine and the Mexicans’ love of fiesta. Knowing that there was much more to Mexican food than chilli con carne and chimichangas, Bill who was already a chef and had previously worked in Paris, Sydney and Durban tracked down the real Mexican ingredients, researched authentic recipes and created the menu. Emmanuelle who is French came up with the name; she wanted to add an element of French café style to the restaurant and to this day, the menu still draws influence from French cuisine and café culture. She took charge of the staffing and instilled a team work ethos and training that made work fun, friendly and effective. Many great members of staff have contributed to this magic work atmosphere, which is still apparent today. It is one of the unique qualities that makes Café des Amis so loved by customers and staff alike.
In 1995, the Bethams expanded the restaurant by taking over the 15 th century adjacent building. Over the years, Café des Amis has become the favourite of students, residents, tourists and more than a few celebrities – all attracted by the authentic food and warm friendly atmosphere.
Bill and Emmanuelle still own Café des Amis and provide Canterbury with the finest Mexican cuisine. They have also continued exploring the world and in 1999, they opened a restaurant in Hawaii; it is a very popular place in the town of Paia, serving crêpes and Indian curries, and just to keep things simple they called it Café des Amis. In 2010, they opened Café du Soleil in Canterbury, which has gained a reputation for its delicious Mediterranean cuisine.

Jobs
We have vacancies for kitchen porters and waiting staff at Cafe des Amis.
Please email your CV with a covering letter to david@cafedez.com
Or post to:
David Lewis
Cafe des Amis
2 Westgate Grove
Canterbury
Kent CT2 8AA.
We are always interested in hearing from interesting and talented people so please don’t hesitate to send us your CV, and we will keep you on file and contact you as and when an appropriate vacancy arises.


History
In 1988, Bill and Emmanuelle Betham, opened Café des Amis in this 16 th century building. Whilst travelling to Mexico, they were inspired by the unique and vibrant cuisine and the Mexicans’ love of fiesta. Knowing that there was much more to Mexican food than chilli con carne and chimichangas, Bill who was already a chef and had previously worked in Paris, Sydney and Durban tracked down the real Mexican ingredients, researched authentic recipes and created the menu. Emmanuelle who is French came up with the name; she wanted to add an element of French café style to the restaurant and to this day, the menu still draws influence from French cuisine and café culture. She took charge of the staffing and instilled a team work ethos and training that made work fun, friendly and effective. Many great members of staff have contributed to this magic work atmosphere, which is still apparent today. It is one of the unique qualities that makes Café des Amis so loved by customers and staff alike.
In 1995, the Bethams expanded the restaurant by taking over the 15 th century adjacent building. Over the years, Café des Amis has become the favourite of students, residents, tourists and more than a few celebrities – all attracted by the authentic food and warm friendly atmosphere.
Bill and Emmanuelle still own Café des Amis and provide Canterbury with the finest Mexican cuisine. They have also continued exploring the world and in 1999, they opened a restaurant in Hawaii; it is a very popular place in the town of Paia, serving crêpes and Indian curries, and just to keep things simple they called it Café des Amis. In 2010, they opened Café du Soleil in Canterbury, which has gained a reputation for its delicious Mediterranean cuisine.

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