Cozy up with a latte and cronut at Kreuzberg, CA

With autumn in full swing, I suddenly developed an insatiable craving for warm coffee and sugary pastries. As if on cue, my appetite knew it was that time of year again for seasonal drinks and indulgent desserts. My coffee shop of choice: Kreuzberg, CA.

Kreuzberg, CA brings back open mic night

In multitudes they throng to the café — the young and attractive, the hipster and musically-inclined, with nothing but guitars on their backs, harmonicas in their pockets and intense cravings for caffeine.

Coming SLOme: Five things to do your first week back

From securing a study spot to navigating the bus route, make sure you do these five things this week.