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Attention Coffee Connoisseurs: Local Cafes I Love!

Alexandra Byrne
The opinions expressed in this article are the writer’s own and do not reflect the views of Her Campus.
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at NCSU chapter.

Boy am I a sucker for a cute local coffee shop that makes me feel good yet allows me to indulge on a sweet escape. I am always on the lookout for a spot that fulfills my mysterious girl act, and do I have some for y’all that are seen throughout North Carolina.

Firstly, we have Provided Coffee & Community! They have two locations, one in Charlotte and the other in Concord! I have been to the Concord location a few times and absolutely adore it! Both locations are so unique, and the vibes are utterly amazing. I always make sure to support any local shops near my way and this one has been my number one ever since. The shop offers a special yet limited menu but it’s worth every penny. The owners are very welcoming and so cool! And if you’re able, get the carrot cake latte (it is so yummy).

Next, we have Sumaq Coffee! Located in South Charlotte. I have only been to this shop once but oh my goodness I have been counting down the days to go again. I had gotten the Cinnamon Dolce Latte and one of their crafted sandwiches and I wanted to cry in happiness. The latte was so damn good I finished the drink in seconds, like I truly need to contact them for the recipe ASAP. The environment inside and outside of the shop is so down to earth and lovely. If I could redo my first date, I would pick here anytime, but sadly there is no take backs in life.

Here is to Ralphs Coffee Truck! Are you kidding me? This is the cutest and first coffee truck I have ever seen, and I am obsessed! This coffee truck has many locations, but the close to us is the SouthPark Charlotte Location. The vibes here are immaculate and just perfect, especially for the colder seasons. You need to stop by and enjoy some pleasant time here while shopping this holiday season, especially if you want to fulfill your inner hallmark movie scene. Ralph’s Coffee overs various kinds of coffee, chai lattes, and even their own specialty of peppermint hot chocolate. It is such a magical experience to visit Ralph’s Coffee and even better with their affordable prices.

Lastly but certainly not least, may I present Caffe Driade which is located in Chapel Hill. What I love about this cafe is how scenic the location is. The thing that makes Caffe Driade unique is their outdoor seating, it’s so cute and cool that really ties the whole vibe together while enjoying their locally crafted coffee. The beverages and bakery items are to die for and makes the experience here so much more enjoyable and fun for anyone. I also have to mention how picture worthy this place is, I seriously cannot get enough of it, and you will probably see a picture of it on my story soon.

Alexandra Byrne is a member and writer of Her Campus at North Carolina State University. This is her first year of joining Her Campus of 2023. She is in charge of producing and publishing articles, attending meetings, and to encourage support and collaboration for her team. Other than contributing to Her Campus, Alexandra was an extensive member of her high school's student government. Establishing leadership, community service events, and understanding the importance of equity in governing roles. She so then became an active member of her school's Genders and Sexualities Alliance club, in which greater expanded her support for the LGBTQ+ community, as well as hosting school fundraiser events for her local community. Alexandra has a huge green thumb. While being a part of her school's Earth Club, her love mother nature grew. She has contributed to the funds and support of her high school's building of a greenhouse, and so then helped her local community understand the whole heartly importance of sustainability. Alexandra is a freshman at NC State University with the intended major of Civil Engineering. In the next years, she aims to travel as much as possible, and love the career planned for her in the near future. Now here is a little more insight of who Alexandra really is about. Alexandra was born and raised in Concord, North Carolina. She is the oldest of three daughters, so it is safe to say she knows a thing or two about how to share with others. She absolutely loves to go on a spree at any local thrift store among her radius, sipping on iced coffee, reading romance books, and sharing laughs with her close friends. Alexandra is a heavy music listener. She enjoys relating to the entirely of Taylor Swifts and Phoebe Bridgers discography, attending any underground concert she can find, and making thoughtful playlists for her friends.