Coffee Challenge

A coffee lover's conundrum.  I am a huge Starbucks drinker, but as of recently I have wanted to branch out of my coffee comfort zone.  I love trying all new kinds of coffee where ever I go, especially when I travel.  But I've been in a coffee funk for awhile so I decided to give myself a challenge.  I also wanted to up my support for local independent businesses in the St. Louis area while I'm still here.  So, with massive encouragement and help from my boyfriend, I am going to explore my caffeinated options. A coffee lover's conundrum, if you will.  I am going to try a new flavor/coffee fixin' or coffee shop throughout the month of December.  It will be my month ban of Starbucks.  So here's to all my fellow coffee lovers.  Let's do this!

First order of business: MoKaBe's Coffee House

http://www.mokabes.com/

http://www.facebook.com/mokabes?fref=ts

Great little place in downtown St. Louis.  Serves everything from delightful breakfasts to satisfying lunches and delectable dinners. I highly recommend the Blue Mac, their house made veggie burger on a kaiser roll topped with onion, Swiss  pickle, cheddar, ketchup, mustard and (in my opinion the best part) Blue's special sauce.  Just makes my mouth water thinking about it! And hey if you're not a vegetarian (sorry folks), they have some other great options including their Lou melt, B.C.T., chicken salad sandwich, brioche french toast, and buttermilk pancakes.  The atmosphere is so relaxed and the staff are amazing and friendly as all get out.  I love to come and grab a quick bite or drink and study or just hang out.  Now, the coffee! My all time favorite is their Dr. David.  

yes that doctor david :)

Anywho, it's a delicious blend of Irish creme and English toffee that almost screams time travelling alien.  But, today we're going to try something different.  The list of lattes fascinated me the first  time I walked in and I plan on trying every one.  So first on the the list is Kelly's Kickerasser.  With a little soy over ice, it mixes the best of both worlds of chocolate and creme de menthe. A perfect treat to help me through my studies.  Well, back to those books I go.  See you tomorrow with a new coffee exploration.  

(All menu items and picture belong to MoKaBe's and can be found on their website and facebook page --> links above)