Since opening in November 2016, interest has been so “overwhelming” that she’s ditching the glass partition and the dessert menu and unleashing the entire floor to her 12 furry friends. Here people can see what cats are like before owning a pet.” “I wanted to show people that different breeds have different personalities.
The spectrum of styles is deliberate, says co-owner Amelia Wang. Inside, a poised Bengal overlooks two Ragdolls as they play on the floor, while a newly arrived British Shorthair hides in a kitty cabin. When I look up Adelaide newbie, Hashtag Meow, I suspect it’s having a lend with its Felixstow address. Brisbane, Sydney and Adelaideīrisbane’s Lucky Cat Cafe and Cat Cuddle Cafe mix things up with cat yoga, while Sydney’s Catmosphere stands apart with its sci-fi theme. Regardless, they’re ridiculously engaging as they claw up cat trees, lounge in mini tipis and snoop under tables.Ĭat cafes originated in Taiwan in the ’90s but achieved global fame in Japan (photo: Carla McRae). Far from my image of lounging on squishy couches holding painted crockery as felines purr on my lap and rub against my shins, interiors are relatively spartan and cats are, typically, more interested in looking after their own needs than mine. The trend, which Wikipedia dryly describes as ‘pet rental,’ has since swept the world. Cat cafes originated in Taiwan in the ’90s but achieved global fame in Japan (where there are now more than 100). The cult-like popularity of LOL cat vids on YouTube has undoubtedly fuelled the demand. Others go for the companionship and good vibes that animal interaction delivers. Aside from the excuse to make catty puns, cat cafes are resonating with people who’d love a pet of their own, but circumstance – their rental rules, travelling lifestyle or fur-lergic partner – means they can’t. Cat cafes are on the prowl across Australia, with Perth and now Adelaide joining the moggie movement. The most purrrfect places to drink coffee – and cuddle with a feline. 100 Things To Do In Australia You’ve Never Heard Of.
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