When I arrived in Montreal 15 years ago, Lili & Oli quickly became my neighbourhood coffee spot. I loved Pat and the whole gang there, and they made me feel at home when I was new to the city. So few things are reliable in Montreal, but no matter what, I always had Lili & Oli. At the cafe, we watched neighbourhood kids turn into teenagers and then adults. Of course the location moved, regulars came and went, and the neighbourhood changed drastically over the years, but I always looked forward to waking up in the morning and knowing I could get a f***ing great cup of coffee. I was devastated when I had to move back to my hometown on the east coast a few months ago. I spent my last days in the city grieving and drinking excellent cortados in the freezing rain. I still miss Montreal and the neighbourhood so much, but I'm happy that I was able to order my usual Lili & Oli beans and have a familiar pleasure delivered to my new home so far away. The package arrived promptly and the beans are as delicious as ever. I have one small wish – the large 2.2kg bag would be great if it could be resealed like the smaller bags. I will need to find a better storage solution, but it's not a deal-breaker. I'm just so happy to have the coffee I love again, and to spend a few minutes each morning remembering the great times I had in my previous life. Thanks for everything. Miss you guys. xoxo
