Best Brews: The Best Local Spots for Coffee, According to V1 Readers

Looking where to grab a cup o’ joe? Check out these top-rated locations

From espresso making to latte art, it takes more skill than meets the eye to brew a good cup of coffee. When it comes to the Chippewa Valley’s best baristas, SHIFT Cyclery & Coffee Bar (615 Graham Ave., Eau Claire) roasted the competition ...

Sip of the Season: 5 Autumnal Brews From Local Coffee Shops

Looking for something nice beyond pumpkin spice? Check out these seasonal brews from 5 local coffee shops

What’s brewing at Kahvi Coffee, a newer Eau Claire coffee shop located at 3830 Talmadge Road?  Pumpkin chai and pumpkin spice lattes! Stick with milk, or substitute oat, almond, or coconut milk ...

A Barista’s Art, Outside of the Cup

Jen Schultz shares her published art through her love of coffee

As the pandemic continues to impact local artists and businesses in Eau Claire, Jen Schultz – a barista and analog collage artist – has found a way to continue both of her passions at SHIFT Cyclery & Coffee Bar ...

Oh So Swede: New Coffee Shop Has Scandinavian Inspiration

Kahvi Coffee House + Cafe in Eau Claire serves up fika mochas and more

Before starting Kahvi Coffee House and Cafe in Eau Claire, owner April Becker did not drink coffee. “Now I drink it daily,” she said, “and I crave it.” ...

Arm Yourself With Bulletproof Coffee

the buzz on butter-fortified beans

Bulletproof coffee is all over social media. Some people say it allows you to be creative and super focused. To others, it’s a lot of hype about nothing. Or maybe it’s ...

The Nostalgic Bean: Restored for Pours

coffee, croissants, and kismet at Altoona coffee shop

In April 2018, Jennifer Rust Anderson and her husband, Matt, purchased the former barber shop at the corner of Lynn Avenue and Division Street in Altoona. With a flaking pink paint ...