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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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Mel Kreppein Mel Kreppein

Tala-To-Go: Chicago Botanic Garden

This past weekend, we started our Mother’s Day celebration early by catching the flowers in their spring bloom at the Chicago Botanic Gardens — and of course, the day always kicks off with a little coffee. 

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Rachel Severyns Rachel Severyns

Brewing Romance

For Marissa and Zak, coffee isn’t just part of their daily routine; it’s where their love story began. Marissa, a barista at our Libertyville cafe, and Zak, a member of our production team, have spent countless hours together in cafes, both at work and in their free time.

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Community Viscaria Liu Community Viscaria Liu

Tala-To-Go: A Cozy Christmas Adventure

Join us with ‘Tala To-Go” as we take our coffee beyond the café and into the heart of our local communities. Whether it’s a festival, a neighborhood market, or popular spot, we’re there with a cup in hand, discovering what makes each area around our cafes unique.

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Community Mel Kreppin Community Mel Kreppin

a very happy talaween

On October 3rd, we brought the spooky vibes to our Highwood café with our annual staff Halloween party! What better way to kick off the Halloween week than with a little recap of all the fun?

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