There are many beautiful local coffee shops around the Okanagan and if you are new to the area, it can be tough to scout out the best ones with a great atmosphere and coffee. I will list five of my favourite coffee shops that I go to study or write. Each one of these places are unique and local to the Okanagan. I’m a huge fan of coffee and I’m definitely addicted. I probably have three cups a day, it’s hard when you are a University student struggling to stay awake past midnight writing those final papers.

My go to coffee shops are:

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• Bean Scene on Pandosy. This is one of my favourite coffee shops in 91´ó»ÆѼ in general but Pandosy is my favourite location to study. Bean Scene’s espresso is incredible and has a unique flavour. If you are a coffee snob like me, then this is the place for you. Also, fun fact, this location used to be a house which gives it a cozy and homey atmosphere. Upstairs you can sit and enjoy a cup of coffee while overlooking the beautiful scenery of Pandosy street. The staff are really friendly and have always made it a great experience. Also, not coffee related, but their chocolate Zucchini cake is a must try and hard to resist every time.
• Another great place to study and enjoy great coffee is Lake Country Coffee House. I have been going to this coffee shop for years since it’s close to my home. It is quiet, peaceful and has beautiful art and décor. It’s a great place to take the family for lunch and a warm or cold beverage. It’s close to Wood Lake, so in the summer it’s a great place to get an ice latte and then hit the beach.
• Formosa Tea Café has been a coffee shop I have been going to since they opened. They have, in my opinion, the best bubble tea in 91´ó»ÆѼ. It is a lovely place to study since it is always quiet and there’s tons of large tables to sit at. So, it’s great to get a group of your friends and study together. There are gorgeous paintings along the wall and the staff are incredible and hospitable. I always feel super welcomed when I come here.

While there are many more coffee shops I adore in the Okanagan, these are the few I love going to study at. With their tranquil environments, amazing staff and delicious espresso, these are the must go places I believe you should visit.

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About Lizzie Skelton:

I’m a fourth-year University student at UBCO.

My goal is to one day go into journalism at UBC Vancouver.

I want to eventually write about controversial and political topics.

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