CAFFEINEISTA. By Will Marks / Illustration by Mathew Samuel / Photography by Kate Greenawalt

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1 CAFFEINEISTA Caffeine actually stimulates the central nervous system and can temporarily ward off drowsiness and restore alertness. That is the physical circumstance of caffeine. But the true benefit of this natural drug is the social circumstance it causes. Gathering with friends over a cup of coffee has certainly become equally as popular as the after work cocktail. In fact, it may actually have surpassed the cocktail as a social lubricant, for it does not carry the after five only stigma that a cocktail naturally does. Most any day, at most any time, you can wander into a café and find an eclectic mix of characters socializing over a varied selection of coffee drinks from the humble, yet traditional, cup of black coffee to the artful and sophisticated latte. The coffee shop is the place for a family meeting, a business connection, a political discourse, a romantic interlude, and so much more. We, again this year, are adding one more thing to the list of what a coffee shop is for. Now it is an agent for social change. Last year the Caffeineista competition raised more than $3,500 for Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center and the good work they do there. This year we hope to shatter that goal and based on the amazing offerings from this year s entrants that should be an easy task. Peruse the offerings for 2012 and head out for a sample of each. Pick your favorite and head back for more to ensure that your chosen blended elixir of wonderment will elevate the barista to the heights of glory as the 2012 Caffeineista! By Will Marks / Illustration by Mathew Samuel / Photography by Kate Greenawalt 120

2 Rachel s CafE & Creperie 309 North Queen Street Lancaster, Pa (717) The Shoppes at 301 North Queen 301 North Queen Street Lancaster, Pa (717) info@bonbonniereshoppes.com Nutella Peanut Butter Cup Piping-hot Nutella hot chocolate topped with peanut butter whipped cream. In Photo: Rachel Adams and Morgan Schwartz Red Velvet Cupcake Latte/ Frappuccino The classic dessert is reinvented as a drink. Several drinks actually: hot, iced, and even a child's version! In Photo: Heidi Sensenich and Nicole Webb 121

3 Café Chocolate New Holland Coffee Co. 40 East Main Street Lititz, Pa (717) West Main Street New Holland, Pa (717) The Johnny Depp Special Fresh organic milk steamed with a heaping scoop of cocoa and exotic peppers for an extra kick. Inspired by the movie Chocolat. In Photo: Korrie Graybill and Nikki Adams Cocoa-Nut The playful name is used to describe the Hazelnut Mocha delight. No coconut here, cocoa and hazel-nut. You get it! In Photo: Sara Kauffman and Tom Zeiset 122

4 Prince Street Café The Coffee Company 15 North Prince Street Lancaster, Pa (717) Lititz Pike Lancaster, Pa (717) Red Eye Chai Latte A traditional spiced chai, super-charged with a double shot of house espresso. In Photo: Eric Albrecht The Michael Jackson Ebony and ivory in flavors with this white chocolate and mocha latte. In Photo: Cody Yoder and Jay-Jay 123

5 Tomato Pie Café 23 North Broad Street Lititz, Pa (717) The Flour Child 646 Union Street Columbia, Pa (717) Fresh Ginger & Cardamom Latte A traditional latte with a fresh kick. A little sweet and a little savory, this drink is sure to brighten your palate and your day! In Photo: Christopher Fisher and Emily Fisher Tandy Chill An iced entry of coffee, vanilla, and spiced peanut butter topped with whipped cream. In Photo: Alixe Ingoglia 124

6 Grand Central Bagel CafE 245 Centerville Road Lancaster, Pa (717) Chestnut Hill CafE 532 West Chestnut Street Lancaster, Pa (717) Irish Mocha Latte Feeling Lucky? Bring a little luck of the Irish to Schreiber Pediatrics and try the Irish Mocha Latte Espresso with Ghirardelli sweet ground chocolate and Irish cream. In Photo: Genevieve Veneski and Deb Salyards Hot Tamale Cappuccino A traditional sized cappuccino flavored with a spicy cinnamon garnished with a childhood favorite hot tamale candies! In Photo: Jacob Yohn and Dominic Billett 125

7 Main Street Café 2384 New Holland Pike Lancaster, Pa (717) Brick House Cafe 60 North Main Street Manheim, Pa (717) The Midnight Star A Belgian dark cocoa, caramel, and almond latte. Can be made with or without espresso for the individually desired buzz level. In Photo: Heather Mitterer, Brenda Smoker, and Jessie Tuno Toasted S'more Espresso flavored with cookie dough, toasted marshmallow, dark chocolate, and Tahitian vanilla. Topped with flame-roasted marshmallow and garnished with a chocolate graham cracker. You will be asking for S'more! In Photo: David Reist, David and Kaleen Slenker 126