Leva Café Bar

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• Get away from the crowds of Whyte Avenue and take a short walk through residential streets in the historic Garneau district—to arrive at Leva Café Bar. Leva serves espresso-based coffees and inspired light meals in a spare, airy room with an abundance of windows. Stop by for an early coffee and scone, and return in the afternoon for homemade gelato on the sidewalk patio. Ingredients are local where available, as is the artwork and the occasional poetry reading. The chef-owner of Leva clearly loves her work, and she can be seen at a side table going over paperwork or refilling the cream jar while chatting with longtime customers. Catering is available, as is rental of the whole café should the need arise. - Judith Chrystal
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