Mariam Haji

Jan 12, 2025 | mylondon.news | Mariam Haji

Have you ever wondered where the bones of London’s greatest thinkers, radicals and writers are buried? In North London, Islington, to be specific, on the corner of Bunhill Road and City Road, you can visit the final resting places of Daniel Defoe, William Blake and the descendants of Oliver Cromwell. Dating back to the 1660s, Bunhill Fields Burial Grounds is a spot with fascinating history and space of calm next to the hustle and bustle of the Old Street roundabout.

Nov 16, 2024 | express.co.uk | Mariam Haji |Melanie Kaidan

Expert barista warns against ordering an 'extra hot' coffee - 'no way'Barista Tahsin Ahmed, from Baristas Lounge in Whitechapel, London, has explained why people shouldn't order an "extra hot" coffee-and it all comes down to how it's made.

Nov 16, 2024 | manchestereveningnews.co.uk | Mariam Haji

We all have different preferences when it comes to ordering coffee. While some love milky lattes with lashings of syrup, others like to keep it simple with an espresso or flat white. Because of this, baristas are used to catering to their customers' different taste buds. But there is one request that some resent fulfilling. A coffee shop worker shared an order he will refuse to complete – for good reason.

Nov 16, 2024 | mirror.co.uk | Mariam Haji

A barista has revealed why you should never order an "extra hot" coffee – and the reason may surprise you. While you may think temperature is kept lower to prevent customers from burning themselves, this isn't the only reason. We spoke to Tahsin Ahmed, of Baristas Lounge in Whitechapel, to find out why temperature is actually a massive deal. Tahsin told us he'd never serve “extra hot” coffee, emphatically stating “as a barista, extra hot, no, no way”.

Oct 18, 2024 | mirror.co.uk | Mariam Haji |Charlotte Gosling

Many of us can't get through the day without having a nice cuppa. And if you're rushing around all day at work, or running errands, chances are you've popped into a coffee chain or two in your time. So how satisfying are these popular outlets, which is best and are they actually worth the money compared to independent spots? Former barista Mariam Haji tried four high-street coffee favourites – from Pret, Costa, Greggs and Starbucks – to find out which option was best.