I'm sure many can understand when I say that I miss Elsa so much.
Her passion for food and for people radiated throughout this humble and beautiful cafe/restaurant and made such an impact on everyone who has walked through her door. I refuse to drink coffee that hasn't been hand-roasted by her, and can't seem to find the desire to eat Ethiopian food because it's just not the same without Elsa. It wasn't just food, it was art. It was her on a plate.
She is a woman, a mother, and an artist who carries herself like a Queen and uplifts others like a dear friend. I pray that she will open a new restaurant soon.
Her menu was never the same, and the flavors were always dynamite. I would see my friends and familiar faces often for somehow we would all show up at the same time even if we hadn't discussed meeting up or planning on seeing each other. It was a soothing sanctuary, a creative space, and a place filled with love, great coffee and wonderfully filling food.
If Elsa ever revives Keeffaa again, GO.