-
Café Review: Goat Coffee Co.
“Sex, drugs, & rock n’ roll Just coffee for me, thanks!” Such reads one of the many quirky invitations chalked onto the sidewalk sign outside of Centennial Collegecampus around the corner, Goat Coffee has easily become my go-to spot in Pape Village. Not only does the vintage-styled lighting call to me, but also the interior atmosphere of wood and red brick, which commands me to pull up a chair and borough into my books for the next hour. Local couple Anna and Damian Michaelidis, who opened the café this passed October, can frequently be found behind the espresso bar. Damian’s excitement for the joint is clear; he offers menu suggestions…
-
Brew From Home Like a Barista
Dropping in at your local café every morning is great, but let’s face it—the price of having a barista prepare your morning fix can add up. Sometimes it’s nice to just kick back for the morning and enjoy a nice cup of joe at home. Cliff Hansen, Head Roaster for Ottawa’s Bridgehead chain, called in with tips for making the perfect brew in your own kitchen, no barista necessary. When asked about his go-to method for brewing at home, Hansen mentioned his Chemex method. Hansen combines the Chemex with an clever dripper: “It gives you the freedom to do a longer bloom for fresher coffees—it also does a great extraction…
-
Crema On Top
How Crema Coffee Co. is finding success in a Starbucks-dominated city and industry.
-
OTD raffle: Win great prizes!
As On The Danforth 2011-2012 slowly comes to an end, we wanted to provide a fun farewell and raffle off some pretty amazing prizes. Support OTD and you could win!
-
Warm and Caffeinated
When a latte is required for your caffeine-fix or to stay warm during the long winter, there are multiple options in the area. Reviewing five cafés to help you make your decision.