Confessions of a Latte Addict

It has been some time since last post (2 months to be exact)- ooops. So where have I been? Good question. In the past 2 months I have travelled Europe, worked on my armoire, followed up on several job leads, taken care of sick cats, visited family and babysat - its exhausting just thinking of it. But today, I have escaped to my favorite cafe, Lili & Oli, to redirect my thoughts to this blog while drinking my favorite latte.

Lili & Oli is a fantastic place for one to sit back, relax, and philosophize with the staff. For the past year or two, much to my wallets dismay, I admit to have been coming here almost every day for a latte. Not only do they serve some of the best coffee in the neighbourhood, they also have great music, personable baristas that remember your name and your order, and patrons are so much fun. There is a real sense of community in this small independent cafe that is more like an inviting clubhouse. Where else can you go in Little Burgundy/St. Henri where there is a live bird on the counter chewing away on peanuts, a box of toys waiting for bored children, hilarious staff that feel like family and monthly food competitions? Of course they also offer a lot more than lattes but I am a stuck to old habits...

I call this place my home away from home, or the office. It's where I come to accomplish things and hopefully get through my daily correspondence, and a good laugh. In today's case the laugh was at me as my umbrella unexpectedly popped open as I walked in, scared the bejesus out of me and managed to shower a handsome gentleman with a shower of water. :) How I do these things I don't know. So come and join me for a cup-o-fun, and I will try not to shower you with water...can't guarantee it though. 2515 Notre Dame O., Montreal.

Jess

PS I realize I have yet to share my Bridget Jones-esque construction progress on the armoire and my recent trip to Europe...these are coming shortly. Lots to share.