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The Literary Cafe is a humble consortium of writers and friends and generations who love travel, books, food and have a natural curiosity about the world. Our content is meant to share at gatherings, books clubs or over coffee with a friend or inspire you to discover something new.

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Pumpkin Pecan Granola

The Sprouted Kitchen: A Tastier Take on Whole Foods is the cookbook of the food blogger Sara Forte--whose site is also called The Sprouted Kitchen. She has compiled recipes featuring seasonal fruits and vegetables. From sides and salads to drinks and desserts Sara covers simplistic recipes that she wishes she could come over and show you herself! 

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The Whimsy of Nantes

Nantes, France is a city with a dual nature. A port city though inland, art works that nod to the cities working class roots, and a food scene that befits its place close to the Loire valley yet firmly in Brittany. My visit was prompted by an article in The Sunday Times, which called out how Nantes is an overlooked city.

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Butter by Asako Yuzuki

All I can say is this book demands to be picked off the shelf at your local library or bookstore. With its bright yellow cover and the intriguing tagline “a novel of food and murder,” Butter by Asako Yuzuki immediately caught my attention.

Author: Asako Yuzuki
Published: 2017

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Tartine

Coronado Island

  • Known for their rotating pastry case filled with fresh seasonal scones and famous lemon bars

  • Wine and coffee available for the perfect pairing

Au Rythme du Pain

Montpellier, France

  • Boulangerie de longue fermentation

  • Daily calendar of breads, season magic

Birdee

Brooklyn, NY - The Refinery at Domino

Foursided

  • Chicago, IL

  • Framing and Gift Options for any occasion. Trinket lovers rejoice!

Sesame Letterpress

  • Brooklyn, NY

  • Letterpress printing of calendars, stationery and more.

Bon Bon Bon

  • Detroit, MI

  • Hand crafted chocolates made with flair, care and unique ingredients. We love the taste and the packaging.

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