Since 2015, Enrique and Cristina of CocoaLatte in Toronto have shown my art. The artwork is rotated every few months. Currently on view are three original abstract paintings made in 2019 and a new abstract art print. Below you can view a very short video tour of the art that's now on display at CocoaLatte. Keep reading to learn about the art on display and CocoaLatte. The quick video art tour (only 9 seconds long!) is at the bottom of this post. 

 

3 Original Abstract Paintings on View

The three abstract paintings on view at CocoaLatte were all completed in 2019. I've been painting with a lot of purples and blues in my recent artwork. For the last few years I've been experimenting with acrylic paint colors, making mostly colorful abstract paintings. These three paintings all have pink, blue and purple. The two square paintings have more limited palettes of blues, whites, blacks, purples and pinks. The two small artworks include those and more colors with yellows, reds, greens and multicolors.  

New Colorful Art Print on View 

The Blue Purple Abstract Art Print on view at CocoaLatte adds color and fun to the back of the cafe. I designed this bright, colorful print is from an original Dot Series painting that took me several years to complete and was finished in 2018. The lively artwork has blue, purple, yellow, orange, green, white and multicolor brushstrokes. A larger version of this art print is also on view on the main floor of the Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa near the conference centre. 

 

All About CocoaLatte on St. Clair West

For those of you not from Toronto or Torontonians not familiar with St. Clair West, CocoaLatte is my friendly neighborhood cafe located at 671 St. Clair Avenue West. I love eating breakfast, brunch or lunch at CocoaLatte with friends and family (see my favorite food recommendations below).

CocoaLatte is a great spot to have breakfast, lunch or coffee and a snack. The cafe is stroller and family-friendly with a nice selection of children's books. So you can entertain and read to your kids while you wait for your food. CocoaLatte is also a great place to get some work done. Bring your computer, use their free wi-fi and order yourself delicious food and unlimited coffee!  

I'm so fortunate to have such an amazing local cafe that shows my artwork and offers yummy food in a friendly space. Huge thanks to Enrique and Christina of CocoaLatte for showing my art in their lovely cafe!

Breakfast & Coffee at CocoaLatte (goes great with art…)

If you’re in Toronto and plan to visit CocoaLatte, here are my food recommendations:

• Coffee: Nutella Latte - CocoaLatte's specialty!
• Snack: chocolate-zucchini vegan muffin (tasty even for non-vegans)
• Breakfast: the breakfast burrito
• Lunch: tuna sandwich with soup or salad