Landing on the Newcastle scene in Lambton, Crumb sees two industry vets launch a long-awaited collaboration where creativity and community set the tone. Guided by the Autumn Rooms' owner Ben Richardson and renowned pastry chef Gareth Williams, formerly of Covered In Crumbs and EXP, expect hand-crafted pastries and abundant coffee to give your morning a mouthwatering lift. Starting with the food, Williams has been hard at work shaping French-inspired bread and baked goods using top-tier ingredients and uncompromising technique. Think real butter, stone-milled flour and high-end chocolate going into every bite. Made in small batches according to the season, a background in fine dining has given Williams the skills to lead a frequently changing menu with a sharp focus on quality and minimal waste. Contrasting sweet and savoury options, the menu features elevated staples like plain croissants and picture-perfect pain au chocolat. Yet things quickly step up, with maple bacon and sea salt scrolls, strawberry tarts, and danishes adorned with cheesecake crème and seasonal fruit. Over on the savoury side of life, expect chorizo and hot honey croissants alongside Vegemite scrolls. Plus, there's a lineup of stacked sandwiches, with one creative option combining brandy and orange salami with parmesan, stracciatella, roasted garlic and pickled zucchini. Supported by a host of limited-run weekend specials that are bound to make this spot a go-to ritual, there's little chance of getting bored with the menu. As for the coffee, Crumb is driving single-origin specialty beans, ensuring you can get a top-notch morning brew to pair with your pastry or sarnie. Situated on a sunny strip on Elder Street, Richardson and Williams have made sure the aesthetic of the place lives up to the food and coffee. Designed with a minimalist approach in mind, they've left room for a few imaginative touches that give the space a dynamic contrast. As you wait for your order, vinyl records spin throwback hip-hop tunes like De La Soul and Naughty By Nature, and a merch stand is filled with upcycled vintage clothing that's been screenprinted with hand-drawn designs and Crumb's graffiti-inspired logo. Crumb is now open Monday–Tuesday from 7am–2pm (coffee only), Wednesday–Friday from 7am–2pm, and Saturday–Sunday from 7.30am–12.30pm. Head to the website for more information. Images: Sophie Tyler.