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Perking
Up
the Peeps
A local coffee shop makes a difference with its java and community spirit BY CORBIN STEWART
FOR MILLIONS OF Canadians, a
cup of coffee is a morning ritual. Others not content to brew up a cup at home opt for local coffee shops which attract patrons with the wonderful aroma of contrasting coffee beans being grounded. There’s an intimate and welcoming feeling when you walk into such an establishment that truly ca res about its c ustomers. At Perks Coffee House, they capture this vibe perfectly. 24 T8Nmagazine.com
Operating since 2013 from its first location in Spruce Grove, Perks Coffee House opened its fourth location in St. Albert during the summer. Walking into the narrow cafe with a jagged counter from end to end, patrons get an intimate example of coffee culture with brown and cream-colored walls that resemble their favorite wake-up concoction. And the venue, which can seat at least a dozen folks, offers three flatscreens of what’s available, from soup and sandwiches to a wide array of coffees available.
It’s no coincidence that every Perks location exudes similar atmospheres. It’s one of many perks at Perks, which owner Ken Turlock says was born out of his love for coffee and community. “Loving coffee myself, I always found that it was inconsistent wherever you went,” said Turlock. “We wanted to create something where people come in and always get a great cup of coffee.” With two outlets in Spruce Grove, a drive-through in Stony Plain and the recent St. Albert addition, Turlock and co-owner Shantelle Lewis technically
