We are truly honored to be featured on the cover of the December issue of Specialty Coffee Retailer. There is also short article on Bitter+Sweet in the article, Architecture that Dazzles - read all about it on page 29. 

As I look back on how this space had come about, I am truly amazed at what Ed Viser from Cafe Design and Architecture had created for us. Mind you, he did not have much to go on after our first meetings. My thoughts on what I envisioned the space to be were rather vague - something simple, clean lines, no clutter. The only specific request was that I did not want one of those standard refrigerated pastry cases in my space.

Along the way, Ed introduced little details like the sliding bathroom door and cascade coil drapery. There is a story behind the door…..Ed came up with this brilliant solution in response to comments from the city’s plan reviewer that the existing door was not up to code. Most customers would agree that the door is really cool. And for those who wonder about the bag of rocks hanging from the pulley system, well, those rocks serve a purpose too and are not there just for decorative purposes. The weight enables to door to slide close on its own; this is yet another requirement from the city. 

If you have not visited us, we hope to welcome you into our warm and inviting space soon!

- Janice