A friend of mine recently threw an impromptu coffee klatch that was the best time I’ve had in a long time! A café klatch is simply an informal social gathering for coffee and conversation. It has been a reason for friends and family to get together for years, over delicious coffee and have great conversations! I’m planning to launch a cafe klatch next month and have thought of some fun ideas.
First, I plan on having a variety of coffees to choose from, of course! I’m going to use my espresso machine, my Keurig single-cup coffee maker, and my favorite coffee container: the French press. I plan to have different regions of coffee as well as different levels of roast. My idea of the perfect party will include some light, medium and dark roast coffees so that everyone can have something that looks delicious on the palate. I also plan to have very expensive roasts such as Kona and Jamaican Blue Mountain in limited quantities for all guests to sample.
To be served with all that delicious java, I’m planning a nice menu. I decided to make a blueberry pie, a variety of muffins, a couple of different quiches, fruit, cheese, and a variety of brunch-type foods. I will also be serving candied bacon and other savory items to add depth to the palate. This should be the perfect partner for different roasts of rich coffee and serve to fill the belly with more than just caffeine!
Another key factor to a great coffee klatch is making sure everyone has something to talk about! Some great ideas would be to feature a variety of hot topic books and magazines. Many people also enjoy playing a variety of games, so I intend to have a couple of chess boards for those who wish to engage in a game with friends. Also, having a variety of music makes for a great time.
The key to a great party is making sure everyone has something to do, eat and of course drink! In addition to coffee, I also plan on having pitchers of iced tea and lemon water. Sometimes when trying different foods and dishes, it’s a good idea to serve drinks other than coffee. So everyone has something to drink and snack while enjoying good company, conversation and games!