What a cute and quiet place, currently seating 4 tables (of 2s). 100% vegan for those following said diet. Lots of croissants and they do pizza flatbreads as well! What's amazing is that all drinks are not charged, what an interested and formidable concept! Way to challenge the status quo in cafes!
I came in just before noon on a Sunday and waited for friends. The gentleman organizing, baking, basically working was very kind and friendly. The display of goodies looked delish! I had a regular croissant made with vegan butter and definitely 'light' in flavour but still delicious! My friends had a blueberry cupcake and a strawberry cream croissant which looked sooo good! They enjoyed it a lot as well.
I had the chai tea latte made with maple syrup, very different but still yummy and not so sweet :). Spotted were Earth's Own Barista Oat Milk used in place of regular milk. My friend had the coffee and he said it was good.
I had asked the owner why he decided on this and he said that his previous job he made a lot of money but it was taxing on his health and family--all to buy a bigger house that was what society pushed for. He didn't want a bigger house, he just want to spend time with his family and be happy. Offering free coffee/tea was his reminder to himself that money isn't everything and would like to treat everyone that came into his shop to thank them for their patronage. He just wants to be another friendly neighbour and hope everyone is happy.
There is only street parking or two blocks from Dundas West or Keele station on the south side.
No wifi, the owner wants everyone to come in, with friends or without to relax and enjoy the food, company, music, atmosphere, etc... internet relates to work a lot which reminded his previous life, stressful times and he does not want this in his cafe. From what I was getting, he wants his cafe to be a mindfulness oasis for people to enjoy.
Soon to come in warmer weather is a large patio which is very private. We are looking forward to it! read more