Here in the Pacific NW and western Canada there are coffee houses on just about every street corner. Some of them provide a great setting to sit, relax, and enjoy some quiet time with friends or your favorite book while others have infused the local culture and music into their store. Since coffee is one of the main reason that you go to a cafe or coffee house then you may want to check out who they purchase their beans from and what their stance on organic and Fair trade coffee is. At the vancouver cafe, Take 5, they pride themselves not only providing a great environment for their customers, but also providing some of the best coffee around. They work with roasting plants that are in line with the Fair Trade association and various international accredited bodies to ensure the coffee is not only great, but great for the environment.
