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Vintage Whimsy Complements Espresso & Sweets at Legacy Coffee

vintage wares purveyors expand family business with new north side coffee shop

While Eau Claire isn't suffering a lack of java joints, it is fun to try out new spots and see what sips are available, and two new businesses are hoping to brew your next caffeine kick: Legacy Coffee and Not Justa Coffee Shop ...

As Its Name Implies, This Is 'Not Justa Coffee Shop'

local coffee shop employs folks with disabilities while serving up drinks and snacks

Earlier this spring, downtown Eau Claire welcomed a new coffee shop – and it's not your typical caffeination station, as its name implies. Not Justa Coffee Shop calls Banbury Place home, and is a multi-faceted business as well. Opened and operated by the L.E. Phillips Career Development Center ...

WHOLE LATTE LOVE: Witness and Compete in Latte Art Throwdown at SHIFT

local coffee bar to host new annual contest, proceeds to benefit Chippewa Valley LGBTQ+ Center

SHIFT Cyclery & Coffee Bar (615 Graham Ave., Eau Claire) is brewing up something special with the upcoming event, Pour a Little Love: Latte Art Throwdown. Starting at 6pm on May 22, this bracket-style competition aims to spotlight local baristas, raise funds for the Chippewa Valley LGBTQ+ Center, and cultivate a fun, inclusive space for community connection ...

NEW BREWS ON NORTHSIDE: Legacy Coffee to Open This Spring

spilling the beans on Eau Claire’s newest neighborhood coffee spot set to open in March

For Sarah Hurt, opening one of Eau Claire’s newest coffee shops next month is a dream come true. Legacy Coffee plans to make its debut in March, bringing a cozy new spot for coffee lovers on the north side of town ...

The Grind: 7 Brew Coffee Hustles to Spread Warmth Even During Cooler Weather

drive-thru only chain embraces working in wintry chill

With the drops in temperature and shift into the fall season, Eau Claire's neighborhood “Brewistas” are preparing for the upcoming winter weather. Unlike the other coffee shops that call the Chippewa Valley as home, 7 Brew strives to bring coffee directly to you all year round, so you never have to leave the comfortable warmth of your car ...

BY STUDENTS, FOR STUDENTS: Blugold Roast Keeps Brewing

born from a class project, local coffee company has become a staple on UW-Eau Claire campus

Waking up for an early morning is never easy, especially for a college student, so having easy access to caffeine is a luxury beyond comparison. Blugold Roast, a local coffee brand created in 2016 by entrepreneurial students, has planted its roots in the heart of Eau Claire’s campus – which makes getting an early morning fix that much easier ...

Opposites Attract: The Permanent Feline Residents of Mr. Kitty's Cat Cafe

sorry folks, Theo and Leo have already found their forever home

Along bustling South Farwell Street in downtown Eau Claire, you might hear the faint meows coming from Mr. Kitty's Cafe Cafe & Boutique. The cozy establishment is a new local favorite, understandably sought out due to the many cats within that are sourced from the Eau Claire Community Humane Association (ECCHA). All cats are available for adoption with the exception of two. While Mr. Kitty's is not a commercial kitchen, they offer percolated coffee, syrups, and other sealed drinks ...

Cleaner & Better Than Ever: Hiker Coffee

Eau Claire coffee roaster reformulates and rebrands, soon to be available across the country with retailer REI

This summer, the coffee roaster reintroduced itself as Hiker Coffee. Longtime supporters won’t be losing the chocolate-y, full-mouth notes and taste of Hiker’s coffee; the reformulation does not mean a complete 180º flavor flip but rather a recommitment to delivering an organic, clean coffee product ...

Nick’s Has Treats for Dogs – and People, Too

online dog treat business expands into coffee shop, further supporting communities and people with disabilities

When Nick Hinze was diagnosed with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy when he was 11 months old, his mother Jennifer knew that she was going to play huge roles in Nick’s life. Little did she know that their path would include employment and a chance to change ...

THEY’VE BEAN IT ALL: Thoughts from Those We Trust With Our Espresso

some local baristas spill the beans on unusual orders

Coffee shop regulars often get to know the folks in charge of preparing their precious espresso elixir, and most have solidified their go-to order. I’m an iced latte drinker year-round myself, but our local baristas aim to please ...