For the Love of Coffee

By Isadora Pennington

Coffee, Java, Joe, Brew - it goes by many names, but no matter what you call it, we love to drink the stuff. When I was a kid, I once took a sip out of an unassuming mug on my kitchen table thinking that it was a Coke. Unfortunately for me, it was cold, day-old coffee. I spit it out, coughing and gagging, and swore that I would never drink it willingly again. But then life happened, and college, and work, and hangovers, and now I’ve come to see it for what it is - a miracle in a cup. It was when I was a full time student and also working full time that I really came to rely on coffee to help me pull all-nighters, write essays, and get me going on days where I’d rather just stay in bed.

Coffee shops are also great spots to gather your thoughts, spend a quiet moment alone, or collaborate with others and network. This month I went on a little tour and photographed five of my favorite neighborhood cafes. Have a suggestion on a future food & beverage feature? Email me at isadora@reporternewspapers.net!