Cuvée Coffee

Aug7

Cuvée Coffee is a different sort of coffee shop located on East Sixth Street in Austin. There is no WiFi, to my surprise. The place is super clean and inviting. They have a menu which includes breakfast tacos, but don’t get here too late, or they will stop serving them (at noon). They have nitrogenated cold brew coffee, which I believe is their claim to fame. They have indifferent baristas who will ignore or barely recognize your presence. Why do people become baristas when they know they will grow to hate their job, and then treat customers like poop? If you are not a natural people person, you should probably not seek out a job working behind a counter and serving people. They have a limited menu of espresso drinks, unlike most coffee shops that will make you almost any drink you desire. I settled for a yummy turkey and pesto sandwich from the refrigerator, a smallish green iced tea with mint, and a Topo Chico mineral water. If there is some drink from the menu that you are craving, then check it out. If you are expecting a full service coffee bar, then try some other place in the area.

Caramel Frappuccino

May13

This is a new experience for me. Trying a Starbucks next to the freeway that doesn’t have inside seating. The downside is that the wireless connection out here is lacking. The good thing is that it is a beautiful night to be out on the patio with my Caramel Frappuccino.

Snow Monster II

Jan18

Hey y’all, on this chilly day I am at Snow Monster upping my food photography game. This is a small Coffee Snow Ice with Oreo Bits on top. My personal favorite. Yummy!

Two-Tailed Mermaid

Jun22

This is a nice, calm, slow afternoon. Drinking Vanilla Bean Frappuccino at Starbucks and learning about the origin of the Starbuck’s Mermaid. I took a few photos and then used the Pixlr App to add some effects to one of them. I just wish this drink had some caffeine, because now I am getting very sleepy.

Snow Monster

Jun19

The Snow Monster. You win based upon your name alone. Here is how it works. Approach the counter and check out your options on the menu display. Select your size – I got a small. Choose your flavor for the groovy shaved ice – I got Coffee flavor. Pick some Snow Toppings – I got Oreos. Get a drink – I got a bubble tea. Enjoy! Yes, it is that simple and truly an awesome discovery to begin the summer season in Austin. If only they had a Sno Mo a little further north…

Mozart’s Deck

May24

When I left Mozart’s tonight, it was pouring down rain. I took a picture of the deck and then had some fun with the Pixlr App. I will provide you with both the edited version and the original version so you can see which one you like best.

Bribery Bakery

May8

Today’s lunch was consumed at Bribery Bakery. This place is unique in the area, as they do not have a set menu, but serve up the daily choices from their glass case. The selection of desserts is very extensive and very yummy! My lunch consisted of a turkey and guacamole sandwich, a chocolate and caramel cream pie, and an iced coffee. It was all great. If you find yourself in the area, and are in need of some snacking, then check it out! Today, they were busy baking up a storm for Mother’s Day on Sunday.

Coffee House Art

May4

I am hanging out at Cianfrani Coffee Company in Georgetown today and thinking about going for a long sunset walk. This place always has some cool art on the walls. Sipping iced coffee, killing time on my iPad, and enjoying some local art. Yay!

HOPE Farmers Market

Apr5

I have a confession. I am starting to fall in like with the East side of Austin. Yes, it is filling up with hipsters, but they are people too, and they haven’t completely taken over yet. This slightly rainy Sunday, I visited the HOPE Farmers Market. I planned on walking through and maybe getting a coffee or something. Then I ran into Jackie Venson on stage – and hold it – the guitar music and vocals are amazing. I ended up staying for both of her sets and enjoying her performance. I did also get some coffee and had some fun walking around the Market. There were lady bugs, flowers, guitars, music, fountains, vegetables, coffee, tea, monsters, people, and dogs. Hurray East Austin!

Wine Barrel Art

Feb13

I caught this piece of wine barrel art on display at Cianfrani Coffee Company in Georgetown while drinking my coffee. I thought the flag design was pretty cool, but I am partial to the Texas Flag. Maybe they can make a version with your favorite flag?

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