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Indulge In The Perfect Affogato

Welcome to the world of affogato! If you're a coffee lover with a knack for sweets, this Italian dessert is about to become your new obsession. Picture a velvety scoop of ice cream drowning in a pool of rich, robust espresso—truly a match made in heaven.

Marissa Cummings Marissa Cummings

Barista Beats: Libertyville Cafe Playlists

There’s nothing like stepping into our Libertyville cafe and being greeted with the intoxicating scent of freshly brewed coffee and the friendly faces of our staff. But arguably one of the best parts of the experience is the song you get to jam out to while you sip your coffee. Our baristas have the freedom to curate their own playlists for our café, bringing their own personal flare to the shift. Have you ever wondered what they have next on the queue? We’ve gathered a few favorites from each of our Libertyville baristas (so you can curate a playlist of your own!).

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Neighborly, Community Lili Richter Neighborly, Community Lili Richter

Neighborly Playlist

Have you ever wondered what we’re listening to during our time in the iconic Tala van? We asked some of our frequent Neighborly drivers for their go-to playlists, songs, artists, podcasts, and more. Here’s a glimpse of what you might hear from the Tala van as it travels to and from our roastery:

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