Supporting Local: Froth & Cork

Today I am grateful for my parka and balaclava hat as we endure the coldest temperatures we have had so far this season. We've had a fairly mild winter here, but this morning's air is the kind that makes the eyes water and then eyelid edges start to ice over. 

I am also grateful for many local businesses that have been creative and resilient in weathering the pandemic and serving their patrons. One of my favorites is Froth & Cork, a new coffee and wine shop that had one tough set of circumstances as they prepared to launch their new endeavor. (I'll leave the wine Cork to others and focus on the coffee Froth.) 

That opening unfortunately coincided with the beginning of the pandemic and the Stay Safe MN initiative which included closing schools and businesses for several weeks. We went to their open house in early February and were excited not only for a local coffee shop in the downtown area again, but also their ideas for shared work space.  They opened on March 16 and closed again on March 18.

The folks at Froth & Cork have kept at it, whether fully open or not, to stay connected to our community. We have been back many times since they have re-opened, especially enjoying their outdoor space when the weather allowed it. As a local writer, I dream of book signings and poetry readings in their warm and welcoming space. 

In the meantime, we enjoy drinks like yesterday's "Love Bug" and the fun packaging and presentation:

Read more about them here:  https://www.frothncork.com/about-us

Thank you to the Biermaiers and their vision!  Locals-check out Froth & Cork if you haven't. Not local?  Consider what businesses in your area you want to keep supporting in these challenging times. 

It's a fun and meaningful way to foster optimism and hope in these pandemic times.