JJ’s otherwise known as J&J’s Market, half convenience store and half cafe, is a Nashville gem. It’s simplicity provides the cafe goers a homey feel with various kinds of seating including couches, tables, and armchairs. People can even play board games while they sip their coffee. This market/cafe is an especially popular study spot for Vanderbilt…
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Maria Castaña- Asunción, Paraguay
The Maria Castaña location I went to was one of the most pleasant, tiny cafés I have ever seen. There were tiny water fountains right outside and it was modeled after a french café. The space was pretty open and small, but the fancy decor made it very appealing. I asked for a cafe con…
Cafeina- Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
Cafeina was a quaint cafe/bakery in Copacabana located between the beach and the hectic urban atmosphere of Rio. Going in at first, the coffee shop seemed to resemble a french cafe with cases of baked goods, indoor and outdoor seating, and fancy decor. The popular coffee drink people seemed to enjoy there was a cappuccino….
Revelator Coffee Company- Nashville, TN
Nashville’s newest kid on the block is Revelator, a coffee shop which started in New Orleans, Louisiana, but has opened various new locations over the past year. To celebrate its opening, Revelator was offering free coffee and baked goods to customers. Everything on the menu and in the shop was FREE. I could not believe…
Coffee Lab- São Paulo, SP, Brazil
When I first walked into Coffee Lab I was utterly impressed. This shop has outdoor seating with tables surrounded by plants and lights as well as indoor seating. The inside of this coffee shop really looks like a coffee lab. The most emphasized parts are the roaster and espresso machines. Once I looked at the menu,…
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…
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…
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…
4A Coffee-Brookline, MA
After a pretty dull morning, my trip to 4A Coffee brightened my day. I first tried a cafe au lait. The first sip made my eyes widen. The drink was suave and tasty and made me want more. Next I tried a latte, which had a strong, but sweet espresso taste and was perfectly balanced…
Darwin’s- Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA
Both locations, hidden just outside the center of Harvard Square, are known for their coffee and sandwiches. Despite the fact that there is a considerable amount of seating, the constant flow of customers causes difficulty in finding a spot to sit. The coffee and espresso is very strong and bold. For those who need an extra…
The Coffee Code 