cafe sweets

I admit that I'm still a Starbucks addict. At the beginning, Starbucks offered something special, a real experience beyond just the coffee. Unfortunately - and I hate to say this - Starbucks has evolved and I don't always feel like it's the treat that it once was.

And it's not just Starbucks - I often feel like that special cafe experience is hard to find around here. That's why I love going to Japan - independent cafes, bakeries, and pastry shops are all over, each offering a unique experience.

One of the best ways to learn about what's out there is with cafe sweets magazine. Each month's issue features a new collection of cafes - one month it might be those with the most amazing cake decorations, another month those offering the best traditional sweets. I can't pretend to understand all of it (reading Kanji is not my strong suit), but the pictures speak a thousand words. Carefully handcrafted lattes served on a cozy deck overlooking the ocean, cups of fine tea served at a sleek counter - whatever the setting may be, cafe sweets captures some of the best cafe experiences in Japan.



Image @ http://www.shibatashoten.jp

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Here I am again

It's been awhile!

Don't ask me where the time went. I'd prefer just to pick up where I left off, sharing stories about some of the little things that make me happy - visiting cafes, exploring new places, spending time with interesting people.

So here we go...

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