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| Lauren Feldman and Shawn Mead, owners of Vif Wine/Coffee |
Bright.
Lively. Spirited. Warm. These translations of the French word ‘Vif’
aptly describe the environment and owners of the so-named Fremont wine
shop/café, opened last July. When Lauren Feldman and Shawn Mead received
Momo Kanso aprons as gifts, little did they realize that the
Japanese-style, no-tie bibs would become their daily uniform. According
to Shawn, the comfort factor is high because “it disperses the weight
across your shoulders instead of tying at the neck.” Adds Lauren, “and
who doesn't love wearing a dress with their pants?”
The two first met while working at the now legendary Campagne — Lauren
as the Pastry Chef and Shawn as wine director — crossing career paths
many times before teaming up to open Vif. Together, they transformed a
tired Herfy’s Burger and Teriyaki joint into the casual, comfortable
atmosphere that reflects the refinement of their experience.
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| Specialty coffee from Olympia Coffee Company |
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| Pastries are baked fresh daily, mmmmm |
Neighborhood types stop in for homemade pastries and coffee-to-go, or linger over a morning entrée (Mr. Momo loved his salmon tartine, accented with shaved fennel), steamy bowl of soup, or after-work snacks accompanied by well-chosen wine, by the glass or bottle.
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| Take home a bottle of wine from a natural, hand-picked selection |
You’ll find Lauren and Shawn wearing their Kanso aprons at Vif Wine/Coffee located at 4401 Fremont Avenue North, 206.557.7357, vifseattlecom. And you too can dress like the pros in your own Kanso apron, handmade by a bona-fide Japanese mom, available at Momo for $64.
