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Friday Five: Matcha cafes

Friday Five: Matcha cafes

by Aileen Jang, Reporter October 12, 2025

If you think matcha tastes like grass, you are sorely mistaken — or your only experience is that sad, watered-down matcha latte from Starbucks. Over the summer, I have made it my mission to taste and...

Lindsay Li (12) studies the food in the display case at Hello Kitty Cafe. The counter showcases classic desserts as well as seasonal specials.

Hello Kitty Cafe: Picture perfect, but falls short on flavor

by Hannah Jeon and Lindsay Li August 30, 2025

Bearing the promise of sweet treats and Hello Kitty-themed delight, the Hello Kitty Cafe at Westfield Valley Fair opened mid-July. With the face of the iconic cartoon figure everywhere, the cafe sparkled...

A HEYTEA employee cleans up a matcha latte before handing it off to a customer. HEYTEA drinks spanned a wide variety of flavors, from creamy milk to bright citrus.

Tasty Tidbits: HEYTEA reinvents summer drinks with fruity flavors and fresh ingredients

by Chelsea Xie, Cynthia Xie, and Lily Peng August 30, 2025

HEYTEA’s newest Cupertino location provides instant relief on a hot summer day, the cool air flowing through the spacious cafe acting as a refreshing change from the heat outside. Sunlight streams through...

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