The article discusses the importance of museum cafes, emphasizing that they not only provide sustenance but also enhance the cultural experience of visiting galleries and museums. Examples like the Garden Cafe at Hospitalfield and the Open Kitchen Cafe at the People's History Museum demonstrate how well-designed cafes can attract visitors and encourage them to linger. The tradition originated with Henry Cole, whose 1868 vision aimed at merging culture with dining, and continues to thrive today, attracting crowds and enriching the museum experience.
"At museums and galleries, the tourist imperative is often to tick off as much as possible, racing around desperately rather than setting aside time to take stock of it all over coffee and cake."
"As Henry Cole, founding director of the V&A, was the first to realise, well-executed spaces draw people in, encouraging them to enjoy culture while they eat."
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