Monday, November 24, 2008

Baking Class

Christmas is coming!  

What: One of our volunteer staff will be holding baking classes on Dec. 2nd and 4th.  
Time: 10:00 - 12:00.  
Cost: 800 yen (ingredients included).
Other: Children are welcome, but baby sitting will not be available. 
Other: No more than 8 adults will be permitted to sign up for each class.  
Sign up: at the cafe. 

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team leaer

Yuu and Ayaka - Thanks

Ayaka & Yuu are Hokusei University students who have been volunteering at the cafe for the past several months on Saturday.  This Saturday, the 29th will be their last day to volunteer.  They spending their extra time to put a greater emphasis on their studies.  Smart move! 

They  have added their cheerful smiles, and will likely still come around.  We will mis their help. 

Saturday volunteers are needed.  If you are interested in an opportunity to work with native speakers in a friendly atmosphere, please let us know. 

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Eby to arrive January 9th

Eby, who visited us back in March of this year, is scheduled to come for three months.  
She will be arriving from Wisconsin January 9th.  

Especially since Justin & Rachel returned to the US in August, she will received a very warm welcome.   Some of you became friends with her.  For those who didn't, you will also have a chance. 

Eby loves Japan, people, horses and loves Cafe Co-En.    She has lived in Japan, so also speaks Japanese.   You will be glad she is part of the staff.   

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Team Leader

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Gallery

原田・ミドー (Mido Harada) is having an art exhibition at the cafe Nov. 11 - Dec. 13 (with the possibility of extending).  Mido is a local artist who recently led a mosaic project in a tunnel along the cycling road running beside the building the cafe is located in.  This project has received much community support and a national culture award.   The the theme of the exhibition will be "The Sleeping Snowman."

Available for sale: Mido san's book, Mother (1000yen); Several, Resting Snowman dolls to choose from (1000yen); Prints, 20 Resting Snowmen to choose from (3500yen); Mobile Phone straps (350yen); Postcards (200yen). 

The cafe is available to be used by artists, photographers, and others with items they would like to display.  Let me know if you have something you would like to display.
 

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Poroco magazine

Poroco, a popular magazine especially for young women, included Cafe Co-En in the November magazine, featuring cafes in Hokkaido. The half page includes pictures and general information about the cafe.

Other cafes do a better job of presenting their meals, sweets and drinks. Cafe Co-En's strong point is its friendly, connection inviting atmosphere.

Sunday, October 5, 2008

About our Coffee

About our coffee:
We roast our own House Blend to guarantee fresh coffee taste.
Every cup is then made fresh, one cup at a time.
We also serve Cappuccino, Espresso, Mocha, spiced and flavored coffees.

Other drinks:
Tea, Cocoa, Apple Cider, and Chi are other hot drinks we serve.

Juices:
We serve 100% fruit juices. Our Hidamari Drink one of our most frequently ordered cold drinks is a buitiful and delicious mix of Mango & Cranberry - Grape

Saturday, October 4, 2008

Cafe Co-En

An English cafe in Sapporo

Welcome to Café Co-En

We are here to serve you, and if you like, to Connect with you. We will Connect through English or Japanese as we are able. At the large center table, games and puzzles are available to help you Connect. If you prefer privacy, we will honor that desire. Either way, we hope you enjoy the park like atmosphere at Café Co-En.

Our guarantee: We want you to enjoy the drinks, food, service and atmosphere. If you are not satisfied, we will gladly try again, or offer a full refund. We also welcome recommendations to improve our service.

お客様にサービスを提供すること、またご希望があれば English(英語)や日本語を通して、お客様とのつながりConnectionを持つこと・・・これが私たちのカフェの目指していることです。カフェ中央の大きなテーブルや、ゲームやパズルは、そんなつながり(Connect)のきっかけとしてご自由にお使いください。
一人で静かに過ごしたい、あるいはお友達だけで会話を楽しみたい、というお客様のご希望も、もちろん大切にいたします。 どちらの場合でも、Café Co-En の公園らしい雰囲気をごゆっくりお楽しみください。
お客様へのお約束:お客様には当カフェのドリンクやフード、サービス、雰囲気をお楽しみいただきたいと思っております。もしお出ししたものにご満足いただけない場合は、喜んで作り直します。あるいは代金を全額お返しいたします。また、よりよいサービスやメニューを提供するために、ご意見ご要望などございましたら、ぜひお聞かせください。ありがとうございます。 
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