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Fahrenheit Coffee (Lombard)
Fahrenheit Coffee has reemerged, though there are surely hoards of the under-caffeinated still wandering around the Esplanade. Move north, friends; for Fahrenheit already has.
In October, we noted that Fahrenheit's former Esplanade home had been gutted and boarded up. Ransacked by rogue tea-drinkers? Not entirely. Owner Sameer Mohamed told us then that the reason was "landlord issues," and that's the story he sticks with when I drop by Fahrenheit-the-new at Lombard and Jarvis. "It was political--anyway, now we're here."
"Here" is actually a former salon that was transformed in three weeks to something not unlike Fahrenheit's original space. There is no seating, but rather, a couple of bars for tasting, as well as lots of pale wood and, of course, some Barista championship plaques (including one for second place in the latest regional event) on the wall.
The coffee is the same (supplied by Te Aro) and I indulge in a latte ($3.75) prepared by Sameer himself. The latte art is impressive--some sort of heart-design thing--and I futility try to preserve it as I take my first sip. When I initially met Sameer, it was abundantly clear he knew his coffee, and he offers to walk me through my first Fahrenheit (Lombard) cup.
"The first sip," he says, "is orange zest, especially on the linger."
"The second sip--" I interrupt: "Caramel?"
"Yes, butterscotch," he replies. "That's totally it. And then, you'll finish with a sort of dark chocolate."
The blend is a full-bodied Kenyan and it goes down incredibly smooth. Needless to say, for my own selfish reasons, I'm glad Fahrenheit has moved a little further north.
The one main difference will be Fahrenheit's baked goods, which are no longer sourced from Circles and Squares. They will now be prepared fresh onsite by Nesreen Mroueh, a French pastry chef who Sameer actually met at his favourite sheesha place. "We'll have some croissants, some tarts--ah, it'll be great," Sameer says.
Photos by Morris Lum
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Thank you for the compliments. Will see you soon!
Sameer from Fahreheit
You will always feel welcomed! Your feedback on this post and the Places to Eat and Drink around George Brown were truly appreciated. Come in and have a coffee on me!!
Sameer from Fahrenheit
i thought it was you at sense appeal last friday! it was such an amazing coffee!!!!
I was running the coffee program at sense appeal when the first started. I then moved on to open Fahrenheit on the esplanade before finding a permanent spot here on Lombard. Appreciate the positive response! Hope to see you soon!
Sameer from Fahrenheit
That was not me at sense. Been busy on Lombard. When you coming by?
Sameer from Fahrenheit.
Sameer from Fahrenheit.
We don't have seating as yet. We will be lookin at getting seating soon though.
Cheers
Sameer from Fahrenheit.
you sure are entreprenuer of decade. the professionals make big buck, there is limit. however, there no limit for entreprenuer. as long as there is perseverance, falling down is not a setback.
if at this tender age if you have so much vision and spirit and could do so much single handed with little means, no doubt sky is limit. All this while on the side having abubundance of romantic life. CONGRATUALTION ... Hassan
Best,
Sameer From Fahrenheit
We miss you on the Esplanade. I hope to come into the new place soon. Glad to see you thriving wherever you are.
All the best.
We found out what street you lived on, and decided that we would open there!! ;)
Sameer from Fahrenheit
Sameer from Fahrenheit
I tried this place on a couple of recommendations and I am so happy I did. I can tell how much of your heart you are putting into your business and your product. I wish you many years of great success!!
Thank you for your kind words. We don't plan on going anywhere! See you soon!
Sameer from Fahrenheit
It is and will always be a pleasure to make your lattes.
Sameer from Fahrenheit
Thanks for the shout outs!!
Sameer
Thanks for your kindestest words!! next time I'll put a smile in your latte.. for real! Make sure you remind me!
Sameer
Thank you for the wonderful experience Sameer. I will be back for sure. Best of luck in Nationals! =)
I must thank YOU for making the effort to come by the shop! Thanks for the wishes for the Nationals and I hope you stop by soon!
Sameer From Fahrenheit
To describe the staff as welcoming doesn't begin; I've never seen such a friendly crew anywhere.
Completely awesome shop. Must go.
Thank you for your kind words. Look forward to seeing you pronto!
Cheers
Sameer From Fahrenheit
Sameer from Fahrenheit