Did you know that today is Barista Day?

According to DaysoftheYear.com, "In 1938, the first record of the use of the word “barista” was made. From the Italian language, the word is technically used for a bartender of any gender. In America, the word barista is used just in relation to coffee. However in Italy, it can be related to alcohol, coffee or other drinks. In appreciation of baristas everywhere, @almondbreeze – the alternative milk manufacturer – has now launched Barista Day. This is an event which the company says will celebrate the people behind the beans and coffee machines that keeps us all energized."

Do you have a favorite coffee shop and barista? Before shops started closing here in IL, I had wanted to start working once or twice a week at a local coffee shop. Well, that's not happening right now in most places but if you go and grab a coffee today, show your appreciation to your barista by giving him/her a larger than normal tip if you can. If you can't, a kind smile, a little patience and thank you will do.

I would love a latte right about now! And I really want to start trying more local coffee shops. Don't get me wrong, I love Starbucks but also want to support local coffee shops like @honeyhillcoffeeco in Wauconda, IL @conscious.cup (they have a few locations, we have been to their Crystal Lake, IL store) and @grounds_coffee_bar in Crystal Lake, IL.

We recently tried Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea @ourfairgrounds in Vernon Hills, IL but I just read that they are temporarily closed. That is sad to see. We had a great experience there!

What is your favorite kind of coffee? Do you have a favorite coffee shop? Tell us all about it (tag locations too!). Let's give them a social shout out.

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