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Brew series / What is a brew ratio?
What is a brew ratio? This is an important term in the world of brewing, but what exactly is it and why does it matter? First, the what: Brew ratio is the relationship between the dry grounds (dose) and your...
Cookbook Collective / Jaga Silk
When we were dreaming up the menu years ago when our first cafe was set to open, we knew that we wanted partner with someone who was as passionate about tea as we were about coffee. We wanted to make...
YYC Artist Spotlight / Jess Sanchez
Our artist feature this month is a very familiar face at our Britannia location. She is a faithful regular, a lovely human, and super talented. Allow us to introduce to you: Jess Sanchez! Jess currently at First Assembly Church as the...
Cookbook Collective / A1 Bodega
We are so fortunate to have such an amazing food scene right here in our very city. At any given time you could throw a stone with your eyes closed and have it hit a different and delicious restaurant. And something...
Spiced Butter Caramel / RECIPE
Hands up if you remember our winter seasonal, the Spiced Butter Caramel Latte, from last year? It was definitely a crowd favourite. Warm, buttery, spicy and sweet. We think this butter caramel has cozy vibes written all over it and...
YYC Artist Spotlight / Madison Hope
Now more than ever before, we have realized the importance of supporting our local business' and artists. This pandemic has highlighted something that I think we always knew, but just now have really taken to heart: support local. With the...
SUSTAINABILITY SERIES / Four Tips For Sustainable Brewing At Home
It’s no secret that for the better part of this year we have spent more time at home than ever before. Cafes all over the world shut down along with everything else, and suddenly we were tasked with the job...
Cookbook Collective / Sugar Water
"Thoughtfully crafted drinks in uncommon spaces" This is the first line that you will read when you land on Sugar Water's website, and it could not be more accurate. Kyo-Jean Simon Chung, of Sugar Water, has taken a non-traditional approach to...
YYC Artist Spotlight / Colin Carbonera
If you ask any barista to describe what they love about working in a cafe, I can almost guarantee that “community” will be among the top ranked answers. There is something indescribable about the buzz of a full...