http://blog.mukodu.com Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:46:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Hello? I saw this on a telephone pole the other day... <giggle...giggle> http://blog.mukodu.com/2011/04/19/is-it-me-youre-looking-for/ Thor provides a nice dose of design inspiration paired with a lovely latte from their impressive "Slayer" espresso machine (using a custom blend of Social beans). It's a small space with clean Scandinavian design influences. My kind of place. It's located on Bathurst south of King. Technorati Tags: Cafe http://blog.mukodu.com/2011/01/12/the-god-of-thunder-and-rain-and-farming-brings-us-an-espresso-boost-2/ Comfortable furnishings, cozy wooden surfaces and exposed brick walls characterize the new Darkhorse Espresso Bar in Queen West. The coffee is as consistently good as at the other locations. They still have their signature huge communal table geared toward picking-up while reading. Same delicious baked goods that you can get ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2011/01/05/darkhorse-ventures-into-chain-territory-by-adding-queen-west-shop/ A great new hangout has opened it's doors in Parkdale. Capital Espresso offers a beautiful sunlit space to muffin eaters, coffee and tea drinkers alike. The corner space has high ceilings, a chunky wood bar, wood tables and exposed brick. The music that wafts through the air is ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/11/23/did-you-smell-those-muffins-with-bergamot/ Cafe Novo is a lovely little spot to stop in and do some reading while drinking a nice hot beverage. It's a recent addition to Bloor Street across from the High Park, making it a very convenient stop en route to the playground. They make homemade scones and other delicious ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/11/16/a-cute-little-spot-by-the-park-2/ Enoteca Sociale brings you the quality of food that you find at Pizzaria Libretto with less pizza and more homemade pasta and italian grandma's cooking. The owners of Libretto opened up this new spot on Dundas earlier this year and it took me a while to check it out... ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/11/04/italian-home-cooking/ Te Aro's outpost on Ossington called 'Crafted' is exactly that. And finely crafted, I might add. Their first café and coffee roastery on Queen Street East was very well received by the coffee community and now the west-end has it's own cafe to enjoy. The espresso drinks and decor are wonderful. ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/09/30/freshly-crafted-espresso/ Someone couldn't resist responding to the 'post no bills' prohibition on this boarded up west-end construction site. Can you name them all these happy guys? Spotted on Annette Street near High Park Ave. http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/09/13/post-no-bills/ Freedom is a wonderful shop and artist collective. Self-described as "a non-profit volunteer-run cooperative committed to supporting local and eco-friendly artists and designers," Freedom is full of unique art by emerging local artist, designers, and artisans. They sell everything from elegant and fun clothing, to jewelry, paintings, kids stuff ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/09/02/delightful-shop-and-artist-collective/ The O&B Canteen on the ground floor of the TIFF Lightbox is a beautiful airy space. It has high ceilings and glass walls that slide open to bring the fresh air in. Natural wood chairs, wine and comfort foods make the site warm. Check out this find at ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/08/24/indooroutdoor-cafe-space-canteen/