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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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Due to Circumstances Beyond Our Control

Sometimes a book, though it’s of another era, brings the present into sharp relief. Due to Circumstances Beyond Our Control by Fred W. Friendly was a journalism text of mine in college. The book explores the dawn of television news. Friendly was president of CBS News from 1964 to 1966.

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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

Fabrique Artisan Bakery

Stockholm, London & NYC

  • Artisanal Stone Oven Bakery founded in Sweden

  • Traditional dense rye breads & cardamon buns

La Bicyclette

Brooklyn, NY - 3 locations

  • Artisan Breads, Viennoiserie

  • $2 baguette

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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