OPINION: The bitter truth to the bitter brew

Have you found yourself in the cold brew line at Malott? Probably. But have you ever thought about why you’re doing it? Most likely not. Are you a thinking, acting individual or just a cog of the mechanization that is Big Cold Brew? Daniel Choi PO ’28 argues that the next time you take a sip, you should consider whether you love cold brew or just the idea of cold brew.

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Philz Coffee opens location in Claremont Village

On Nov. 13, Philz Coffee officially opened in Claremont Village on West Bonita Avenue, following a Soft Launch Community Opening the day before. Known for specialty drinks like Mint Mojito and seasonal offerings, the café features vibrant murals, cozy seating, and a coffee bar.

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Claremont Village’s Nosy Neighbors relocates to Yale Avenue

Nosy Neighbors Coffee & Donuts, a popular café in Claremont Village known for its signature orange ambiance and freshly fried donuts, has recently moved to a larger space on Yale Avenue. Previously located in a cozy, 180 square-foot location on Harvard Avenue, the move was motivated by high customer demand and the need for more indoor seating, according to owner Keith Strenger.

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A red-pilled and renovated Motley takes students down the rabbit hole at ‘The Motrix’

Since 1974, the Motley Coffeehouse has served as a beloved institution on the Scripps College campus. On Sept. 21, 5C students with long leather jackets, sleek black sunglasses and slicked back hairstyles gathered for an evening of ambient green lighting, live music and colorful drink options at the coffeehouse’s annual opening party, “The Motrix.”

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The Motley ‘Jopening’ features all things denim

Levi jeans, denim jackets and everything washed-out blue filled Scripps College’s Seal Court last week with the highly anticipated opening of the Motley Coffeehouse — the Jopening. After the first post-pandemic opening in September, many flooded to Seal Court excited for its return.

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Scripps’ student-run and beloved Motley Coffeehouse to reopen April 1

Freshly brewed coffee, cozy events and barista-favorite playlists will return April 1 as the Motley Coffeehouse opens its doors after a two-year hiatus. The student-run space and café at Scripps College’s Seal Court closed in 2020 due to COVID-19 and has not reopened since.

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ASPC considers handing over Coop Fountain to college dining services

ASPC is considering a proposal to transfer the Coop Fountain to Pomona College Dining Services, which would put the college in charge of running the restaurant and paying for associated costs. 

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