Calling all witches! If you are a basic witch like me, you must have been just as excited as me to hear about this year’s Halloween themed Starbucks Frappuccino, the “Witch’s Brew”. This drink is a witch’s dream. Yum! Toad’s breath, bat warts, and lizard scales, the perfect ingredients for a witch. I usually do…
With the month coming to a close, I thought it would be nice to start posting a poem each month for readers to step back from all the action, and take some time to relax while perhaps sipping a cup of coffee. Enjoy! The Peace of Wild Things – Wendell Berry When despair grows in…
After the backlash surrounding Starbucks’ holiday cup from last year, which featured no holiday or Christmasy imagery, patrons are freaking out again over what many thought was the new 2016 design. Being called out as an attack against Christmas, and by extension, Christian tradition. Do people really have nothing better to complain about? First and foremost, the…
Whether it be a calming environment to do homework in when home won’t cut it, an inspirational space for your art, or just straight chillin’, having a go-to spot for all occasions is a valuable commodity. When it comes to cafes, not everything will cut it. Though we may complain about their high prices, atmosphere…
Have you ever been to Analog Coffee on 17th ave? If not, you may be a little uncertain as to what all the buzz is about– downtown Calgary is littered with coffeehouses. What makes Analog unique? Well, that’s what Susie He set out to discover when she began her blog a few weeks ago. Ethics of…
Can you smell it in the air…? The subtle waft of pumpkin and cinnamon spice is emerging once again and with it, so is fall. I hope I’m not the only one who has an unrealistically romanticized image of how fall is supposed to be. As someone who spends the entire year waiting for the…
A combination of great food and tasteful music can brighten anyone’s day or simply fulfill a craving for some yummy handmade foods. Calgary’s Cornerstone Music Café offers this great experience to all who step foot inside. The cozy, laid back atmosphere an attraction for young hipsters and elderly couples alike, and aside from the affordable food items, the café also serves customers…
What is it that lure people into coffee shops and keep them in for hours? Is it just the coffee? The people you’re with? The atmosphere? I am guilty of spending too much time and money in coffee shops, and for me, it is all of these things. Whether you are catching up with work, reading a book, or meeting…
A question that runs deeper than Pepsi vs. Coke, the debate between tea vs. coffee is the age-old inquiry that people still lack the proper facts to. Tea has this glorified identity for people who embrace their inner zen. Whereas coffee is stereotypically drunk by people in power suits and hipsters at the corner cafe.…
Candy is great. But I get bored easily. Yes, even by candy. So do you know what’s even more great? Recipes that use candy in new ways 🙂 With Halloween now in the past, I’m sure many of you have an overload of candy. Sure, you could eat it all, but you could also refer…
Exam stress forces many of us to stay up late at night or get up early in the morning. Then most of us run to our rescue-COFFEE. Here is what your coffee reveals about your personality! BLACK COFFEE DRINKER: Sharp, neat, and to the point. Black coffee drinkers are considered minimalists. No sugar-coating, no faking,…
So the other day my friend and I were working on this project when we decided that it would be fun to try and make our project look old and worn by slightly burning it. Neither of us were brave enough to actually do this on our own, so of course we went ahead and…
This building fools you: A Wish‘s creativity stands out amongst the shops on 8th Street SW, however. When you walk in, the impression you get makes this place almost a bit too sparkling new for this block and the apartment building it is in. The food and drinks they offer are a mix of both Western and Asian…
Perhaps you’ve read my article from a while back complaining speaking about a few issues I have with ordering drinks at Starbucks. Well, although a year later I can’t say I’ve become too much more coffee savvy, I can appreciate the variety of drink combinations that the global favourite does offer. I thought I’d share a few secrets I’ve picked up through…
Christmastime, the perfect time of year for baking gingerbread men, decorating your Christmas tree, and spending cherished time with family and friends. After a fulfilling afternoon of skating, tobogganing, or simply going for a wintry stroll, the best thing to do is have a nice hot drink, and a festive one at that. This season,…