Mayor Brian Hardy Holds Two Lattes for Photograph at Kdulche Cafe

Lansing Mayor Brian Hardy and his wife, Kathy, met for breakfast at Kdulche Cafe on Monday morning following a busy weekend in the community, The Lansing Journal reported.

During the visit, the Mayor opted to hold two Lansing Journal Lattes for a photograph, highlighting a signature beverage that has become a local staple. The drink is a specific creation of Kdulche owner Eduardo Zepeda, designed to reflect the local culture through its flavor profile.

The beverage features a blend of caramel, chocolate, and vanilla flavors intended to celebrate the diversity of Lansing. Its rich espresso and cream components are meant to evoke the presence of the town’s only newspaper.

The Lansing Journal Latte is not a standard menu item available at every coffee shop; it is exclusive to Kdulche Cafe, located at 3521 Ridge Road in Lansing, Illinois. The drink serves as the centerpiece of a creative partnership between the local newspaper and the cafe.

To commemorate this relationship, The Lansing Journal has released a “Love Lansing a Latte” design. Residents can purchase this branding on various items, including shirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies, through The Lansing Journal’s TeePublic store.

Mayor Brian Hardy Holds Two Lattes for Photograph at Kdulche Cafe

The cafe’s involvement extends beyond the menu into a broader community engagement initiative. The Lansing Journal uses the beverage as a prompt for its “Lovin’ the Latte” series, which encourages residents to participate in local storytelling.

Anyone who orders the signature latte is invited to submit a photo to the newspaper for potential publication. To be included, participants must provide the names of the people in the photograph and the name of the photographer.

This initiative functions as an offshoot of “Lansing Journal Journeys,” an award-winning feature that showcases community members in various locations. The project aims to foster community participation by highlighting the local connection between residents, small businesses, and the press.