You know I love sharing stories of plant-based goodness, and today I’ve got a real treat for you.
Pop legend, vocal powerhouse, and all-round icon Leona Lewis has taken her love for animals and the planet to a whole new level by opening not one, but two vegan coffee shops in the Los Angeles area.
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That’s right. The same Leona who shot to fame as a winner of The X Factor all those years ago and who gave us absolute belters like Bleeding Love. She’s a proud Londoner who now calls LA home and is doing her part to make the world a little kinder and a lot more caffeinated.
Leona is the co-founder of Coffee And Plants, a coffee shop that is as full of heart as it is of top-notch brews. With two locations (one in Pasadena and another in Studio City), this is more than just your usual coffee stop. It’s a mission-driven café concept that believes in sustainability, kindness, and the power of plants.
Coffee And Plants does things differently. Every cup served contributes to reducing the carbon footprint by ditching dairy and embracing plant-based ingredients. They also plant a tree for every 100 cups sold in partnership with the National Forest Foundation. That’s what I call a feel-good latte!
And if that wasn’t enough to make you want to jump on a plane to California, Coffee And Plants also gives back to Hopefield Animal Sanctuary, an animal rescue organisation very close to Leona’s heart. Proceeds from select items go towards helping animals in need.
These cafés are designed to be community spaces where everyone’s welcome. Friends, families, and even furry companions. It’s all about building connections over great coffee without compromising on ethics or taste.
If you’re ever in Los Angeles, do yourself a favour and pop into one of the Coffee And Plants locations. You’ll be getting your caffeine fix with a generous splash of kindness.
Leona, if you’re reading this, how about opening a branch in London? We’d love you for it.
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