Cortado Chronicles

You know what they say, right? “Adventure may hurt you, but monotony will kill you.” That’s precisely why, on a gorgeous Santa Barbara day, the family and I decided to escape the familiar streets and ventured out for a hike, a soak at Hot Springs, and maybe a slice or two of award-winning pizza at…

Okay, folks, buckle up! We’re in for another coffee escapade, this time at the shiny new Brass Bird Coffee & Kitchen. Nestled in the heart of the casual beach town of Carpinteria, Brass Bird is an upscale joint that’s been turning heads and perking up the coffee conversations in town. Carp is a place that…

Lucky Llama: The Crown Jewel of Carpinteria’s Coffee Scene Do you ever stumble upon a place that feels like it’s got its roots firmly planted in the soul of a town? Well, folks, Lucky Llama is exactly that for Carpinteria. This joint has been serving the community with not just coffee, but a whole lot…

As I just rolled into Carpinteria after a lengthy drive on the PCH, I chanced upon an intriguing sight outside of Island Brewery – a petite sign with the words ‘Rooster Coffee’ on it. Like a hidden gem, tucked away in the less-trodden paths, Rooster Coffee presented itself. To be honest, if it had not…