Santo Grão has the best vibe and latte I have had so far in Brazil. This restaurant/cafe not only has great coffee, but also has amazing fresh juices, and delicious food. This location is build to be part sit-down restaurant and part cafe. In the back is a coffee bar with couches and tables, while…
Month: June 2015
Flor Café- São Paulo, SP, Brazil
Flor Café was a tiny spot in the center of São Paulo that had very nice outdoor seating. It is located perfectly where the sun is setting for a nice view as you drink your coffee. Here I had the strongest cafe com leite I’ve encountered in Brazil. The coffee was decent, but nothing special….
Café Raiz- São Paulo, SP, Brazil
Located in Perdizes, São Paulo, Café Raiz has a reputation for great coffee in the city and it did not disappoint. Although it is a sit-down restaurant, I still very much enjoyed the vibe of this coffee spot, very relaxing and elegant. When I looked at the menu it seemed espresso drinks (or as it is…
Lapin Café et Bistrot- São Paulo, SP, Brazil
Lapin Cafe was a restaurant designed to have the feel of a fancy french cafe. I thought that was pretty cool, but then also realized I am in Brazil and would prefer something more culturally Brazilian. I ordered a simple cafe com leite. The service was sort of slow, but then I noticed the intricate…
Paris 6- São Paulo, SP, Brazil
Yesterday I learned why Paris 6 is the hot spot to be for brunch on the weekends in São Paulo. The brunch buffet options were delicious and varied from pastries, to fruit, to juice, to eggs, to crepes. Before I went to grab my coffee, my friend said to me, “You are not going to…
The Danish Pastry House-Medford, MA
Located right by the Tufts University campus, The Danish Pastry House is a pretty minimalistic coffee shop that is quite popular amongst people in the area. This coffee shop is one of the places I consider people sacrificing coffee for food. The coffee is not bad, it just is not anything outstanding. The lattes are good…
Simon’s Coffee Shop- Cambridge, MA
Simon’s Coffee Shop is a tiny gem located right before Porter Square. Simon’s is a simple place with only a little seating, but the coffee is amazing. Serving Barismo coffee, the coffee is full and balanced leaving you wanting more. The lattes are delicious, with just the right amount of foam and a creamy texture….
Diesel Cafe- Davis Square, Somerville, MA
Diesel Cafe is an old garage-turned-coffee-shop with a very rustic vibe. Besides in the very early hours of the morning (6 AM-7:30 AM), Diesel is almost always packed. The usual crowd is Tufts University students or adults on a coffee break. The vibe of this coffee shop is perfect for hanging out with friends. Unfortunately,…
Pie in the Sky- Woods Hole, MA
Pie in the Sky is a classic place for people in the Falmouth/Woods Hole area to go for a cup of joe or a snack. The first thing I notice every time I walk in (besides the long line) is the coffee roaster in the middle of the inside part of the cafe. Pie in…
Mariposa Bakery-Central Square, Cambridge, MA
Mariposa is one of the more simple coffee shops I have been to. Right after walking in the rustic feel calmed me down. The colors in this shop are dark contributing to the tranquil atmosphere of Mariposa. Most of the people there were meeting friends to catch up or grabbing coffee before work. I was…
Coffee Obsession-Falmouth, MA
For those truly obsessed with coffee, you must visit this spot. Coffee Obsession is my go to over the summer because it never fails to provide me a delicious cup of coffee. This casual coffee shop is the epitome of your neighborhood meet up. The regulars arrive as early as 6 AM reading the morning…
Tatte Bakery-Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA
When it comes to Tatte’s coffee, I may be a little biased since I am a huge fan of Stumptown Roasters, which is served at this bakery. The latte has smooth foam and bold espresso which was comforting on the cold snowy day I first went to Tatte. Unfortunately, the iced coffee is pretty mediocre…
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