Monday, May 20

Tag: Coffee

Beans, Caffeine and Study Spots
Opinion

Beans, Caffeine and Study Spots

BY: Alecia Hicks Coffee shops have been trending since the first Starbucks opened in 1971. Finding new quiet places to study and try different flavored coffees can be exciting. Many big cities such as Nashville, Chicago and Seattle, where the first Starbucks opened, are known for creating a so-called “vibe” when it comes to local shops. Montgomery is quickly starting to create a vibe of its own with numerous local coffee shops popping up around the downtown area. Downtown Montgomery has seen a slow progression of businesses in the past decade. With restaurants like SaZa and Wintzell’s being some of the only restaurants to entice tourists and locals to visit the historical Downtown area, it has proven to be a slow process toward innovation and cultivation. In the past couple of years...
Coffee Shop Spots for Finals
Opinion

Coffee Shop Spots for Finals

BY: Allison Stewart As the semester approaches the end, finals are slowly emerging. May the coffee start brewing. The end of the semester presents mixed emotions. There is excitement for the semester to be over, but there’s also anxiety for remaining assignments.  If you are anything like me, even thinking about my to-do list is sure to raise my blood pressure. However, preparation is key to having a successful end to the semester. Choosing the right environment to do your work in is also important.  Coffee shops are common places to find people working on homework. With their relaxing music, comfortable atmosphere and aroma of espresso, they might be the perfect spot. You will surely never find another place with more caffeinated college kids.  In the Montgomery area, t...