Cafe devoted specifically to book lovers is coming soon to Toronto
As the chilly air creeps in and cozing up indoors becomes the new normal, Toronto is getting a book cafe for all those who find joy in delving into written worlds.
Laid off while on maternity leave, before even having her baby in her arms, Kristy Hutter was going through a whirlwind of emotions. Reaching what she describes as the lowest point in her life, she knew it was time to reevaluate.
A book club turned into a new dream for Hutter when she decided to take her love of reading and turn it into something tangible. Hutter took a leap of faith, deciding that she would open her own bookstore-cafe concept.
Now, Same Page Book Cafe is on its way to Toronto as Hutter takes steps to bring her business to life.
After a few potential locations fell through, she's finally found a home for the business in the Beaches, inside a former Wine Rack location.
Building everything from the ground up is a tall order, but it's one that Hutter, as she shares in online videos chronicling her journey, is willing to pursue.
Working with Toronto-based Studio Tasso is one of the first steps she's taken to help bring her dreams to life, getting Same Page Book Cafe on the road to becoming a relaxing destination with coffee, ample seating, and bookshelves galore.
Described by Hutter as an "independent bookstore, cafe and cultural gathering space," Same Page Book Cafe honours values built around books, curiosity, conversation and connection.
The cafe, expected to open in the new year, will be a hub for book lovers and coffee sippers alike to come together, share their love of reading — whether that be by purchasing the books sold at the cafe or bringing their current read from home — and enjoy a hot cup of joe while they do so.
Offering an antidote to the digital world and aimlessly scrolling days away, Hutter is building what she says is something she was craving: a way to connect with others.
Hutter is documenting her entire journey and sharing all her insider secrets on YouTube, where you can follow along with what it takes to let your dreams take the reins and open your first business.
Same Page Book Cafe is on track to open around February 2027 at 2142 Queen St. E.
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