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2 Good 2 Be

By: Julie
12/06/2012

“2GOOD2B is the realized dream of Diana Benedek and Mike Barbanti and their love of delicious food, family, friends and community. They stubbornly believe that eating gluten-free does not mean living a tasteless life. 2GOOD2B is their way of sharing their health journey and giving back to their community in a delicious way” – 2GOOD2B statement

Being a gluten eater, I have to be honest, I was a little skeptical how good a gluten free cupcake could be. I walked in and found more than a cupcake. I had a vegan pizza with gluten free crust along side a peach smoothie made with almond milk…YUMMY!!! Once I was done eating I couldn’t leave without trying a few cupcakes so I ordered a carrot and red velvet cupcake which went perfectly with my Cafe Virtuoso coffee. Neatless to say I was shocked! The food I had just injested was really good. The cupcake was moist and the frosting was creamy just the way I like it. Next time you’re in Encinitas swing by and try for yourself.

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Cafe Virtuoso on Coffee Review

By: Stephan
11/16/2012

After a few years of hearing prompts from customers and employees alike, we have finally begun the process of getting our coffees reviewed by one of the industries most respected experts.  Distinguished author Kenneth Davids and his team of coffee grading experts have been reviewing the best coffees in America for over 15 years.  You can find reviews of our coffees at CoffeeReview.com.  Check back often, as we will be submitting new coffees frequently.

 

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Gro Cafe in Balboa Park

By: Julie
08/28/2012

Not being on the sales side of things I seldom have the opportunity to try and experience all the amazing things our clients have to offer. My family and I have been excited to try Gro Cafe since it opened. The concept of this cafe is simple but so inspiring. From being the first cafe to compost in the park to fresh, healthy, and organic foods I knew this was right up our alley. I must say I was blown away.  Maria, the owner of Gro Cafe, has put her heart and soul into creating every aspect of this amazing little place.

My favorite photo from the whole day.

I love the support from our youth.

The freshest, yummiest fruit I have ever had at a cafe. Cut fresh daily. For those of you with children that watch the wigglies you may recognize the saying on the photo to the right. Fruit salad…yummy yummy!!

A case full of goodies…which includes vegan muffins.

Supporting Cafe Virtuoso on the menu.

The first compost to hit Balboa Park. A huge step in the right direction for the park.

Original hand made cups from a local artist.

The very friendly and funny staff of Gro Cafe.

Gro Cafe shares a beautiful building in Balboa Park with the Museum of Photographic Arts, San Diego Model Railroad Museum and The San Diego History Center. Look for the green “A” frame sign with arrows pointing you in the right direction. If you need further assistance check out locations page for directions.

Photos taken by: Julie Rings Photography

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Quest for Quality

Cafe Virtuoso strives to procure, roast and deliver the best quality coffee in San Diego. Our coffees are Certified Organic, Fair Trade and otherwise produced and purchased in a sustainable manner. We provide our wholesale customers with unparalleled service and our retail customers with a cup of coffee that we are proud to have compared to any other.

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