Cactus Cafe may remain open By: Anna McKenzie The Cactus Cafe might not be closing, but the head toward a "new" as Student Government President Liam O'Rourke ….
Costa Rica’s tropical climate and scenic volcanoes produce a lush, inviting environment that lures tourists from all parts of the world. These same factors also create a nurturing habitat for gr
We are drawn to the passion fruit for its name. But if you’ve tasted it just once, its perfume is most likely indelibly etched in your memory. Truthfully, it was not the swooning of a palate tha
Traditionally, white chocolate is much sweeter and creamier than dark chocolate. White chocolate is made from cocoa butter extracted from cacao beans during the chocolate-making process and mixed with
Both coffee and cacao beans have a long history in Costa Rica. Hundreds of years ago cacao beans were first used as currency by indigenous tribes. Before the introduction of coffee in the early 1700s,
The Freshness of a Sparkling River A great way to start your day! With an aroma reminiscent of freshly picked limes and flavor that hints of caramel and apricot, Café Britt Light Roast enliven
Classic Gourmet Tradition Café Britt Dark Roast embodies the tradition of gourmet Costa Rican coffee. Aged red wine, figs and dried fruits mellow its robust aroma. Its full-bodied flavor of st
Both chocolate and mint have long, romantic histories with tales of special powers and proof of medicinal benefits. As an added bonus, both capture palates with an alluring aroma and remarkable
It should come as no surprise that we understand quality hot cocoa. This indulgent drink was born in our region more than 500 years ago. Mexico’s Aztec people were known to crush cacao beans and
Cradled by the Andes Mountains, the beautiful ‘Sacred Valley’ region is best known as a gateway to the Incas’ mystical lost city of Machu Picchu. But hidden among these breathtaking
Peru is known for its rich history, the mighty and mystical Andes mountain ranges, the colorful markets, music, diverse cuisine and superb coffee. Café Britt’s coffee experts work closely
Macadamia nuts are some of the most rare and highly desired nuts in the world. They grow on evergreen trees that thrive in coastal sub-tropical rain forests. Though not native to Costa Ric
Guava is one of the most gregarious of fruit trees, growing in many places around the world and almost universally known by its common English name. Known as guayaba in Spanish, the small fruit is tho
Dark chocolate and macadamia nuts are a marriage of flavors so divine they seem to be a destined combination. From the beginning, both cacao trees and the evergreen macadamia trees have similar
Our chocolate covered cashews have lived a surprisingly long and complex life by the time you savor them. Cashews grow on crooked, rather short evergreen trees only near the equator. The b
Cashew nuts grow from an unusual tree and must go through careful processing before they are savored. The evergreen trees flourish in the extreme heat of the tropics and are readily found
Peru is known for its rich history, the mighty and mystical Andes mountain ranges, the colorful markets, music, diverse cuisine and superb coffee. Café Britt’s coffee experts work closely
Macadamia nuts are some of the most rare and highly desired nuts in the world. They grow on evergreen trees that thrive in coastal sub-tropical rain forests. Though not native to Costa Ric
