2020 JB LIFE! Magazine Spring Edition

Café
BE WITH YOU ALL
Words by BREE DUNN
Photos by CHRISTIAN MIGUEL MATA
The sensationalized experience met its match with the
quality of the drinks, as they were exceptional. All orders are
also paired with a coaster that contains a different prompt or
question, inspiring patrons to dig a little deeper and cultivate
meaningful conversations. If talking isn’t your style, the tables
are equipped with a box of crayons and paper, where you can
bring forth your thoughts through art. I really feel that it is a
place that gives every person a chance to unravel their ego
and their honest and creative selves.
Between the art, the concept words,
and the atmosphere, you are able to get
to know a group of people and see how
their thoughts and behaviors co-exist.
I truly believe that the most intimate parts of ourselves
are our thoughts. To touch on the artistic component, the
drawings plastered all over the walls revealed an imagery
of our current society; there were some that represented
political turmoil, relatable memes, and nostalgic storybook
characters. This combined with trance music and the aroma
of incense drifting through the space—created a feeling of
containment from the outside world and makes you feel as
though a community exists within the confines of the cafe.
The art, conceptual words, and the atmosphere enables one
to get to know a group of people and see how their thoughts
and behaviors co-exist. Ultimately, it is an experiential coffee
shop where you might be left to reflect on your life and your
place within it. I think that it’s up to each person to define
what “peace or peace” could mean to them, and that’s what
makes it so special. Ultimately, it’s more than just a standard
cafe. But aren’t we all more than what we put forth to be?
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