As the name suggests, it breaks overnight fasting (assuming you managed to get some sleep). It replenishes your glucose levels which then boosts your energy and alertness and sets you up for whatever the day has to throw at you. There are a myriad of Northumberland cafes, restaurants and bars that serve breakfast, be it hearty or healthy. Here are the top 21 according to reviewers on TripAdvisor.
13. Wentworth Cafe, Hexham
TripAdvisor rating 4/5/5. A recent reviewer wrote: "I chose the vegetarian breakfast although I am not a vegetarian. Oh my god it was absolutely amazing. Tasty ingredients and well cooked. It had halloumi, spinach, mushrooms, hash brown, poached egg, beans, tomato and toast. Photo: Google
14. The Village Tearooms, Alnmouth
TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5. One reviewer said: "As it was before midday, we had bacon stotties and traybake. Both were delicious and washed down by lovely fruit tea." Call 01665 830310. Review: https://www.northumberlandgazette.co.uk/whats-on/meal-review-the-village-tearoom-alnmouth-1-8335636 Photo: Google Maps
15. The Drift Cafe, Cresswell.
TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5. A recent reviewer wrote: "Service is excellent staff and owners are really friendly and the food is superb home cooked fare. Super coffee and sausage sandwich. We will return." Tel: 01670 861599 Photo: Paul Larkin
16. Sinners Cafe, Sidney Court, Berwick
TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5. A reviewer posted: "We had 2 ultimate breakfasts, 1 coffee and 1 orange juice. The food was lovely, the service fab and we enjoyed our visit." Tel: 01289 302621 Photo: Google