Hunch Cafe, Nanaimo, Nanaimo, BC (2026)

03/21/2022

Thanks, Loch&Weir for doing our gorgeous logo and branding for us!! Can't wait to see what magic we create in the future 😊

02/04/2022

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01/27/2022

Hi folks! Welcome to this new journey that is 2022. 🌟

Last year was a rollercoaster for many of us. So much happened that it's hard to believe it was all in one year. We started up this account, met amazing folks like you, launched a website, got a business plan in order and registered as legit!

We also realized along the way that our goals were bright and shining and a tad too ambitious. It may be another year or so before we are able to start building. As it stands we need $15,000 in startup to qualify for our local business loan, and it could take a while to get there.

That's our 2022 New Years Goal = raise the capital! 🏋️

And so we will work towards that goal! It's a brand new year with brand new opportunities, and we are thrilled to be surrounded by our little community while we reach for the stars. Thank you for being here with us and supporting us. May this year be filled with new conversation and connection. Can't wait to see what 2022 will bring!

What are you looking forward to this year? Let us know in the comments! 🙌

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01/26/2022

It's a beautiful, sunny day day here on Vancouver Island!

Our favourite sun-day thing to do is get out into nature and play. Whether it's a challenge hike, a casual stroll, or a two-wheeled adventure, there's nothing better than fresh air and warm rays on your skin!

When we're up and running, we will be serving you yummy beverages, snacks and food to fuel all of yiur your sunny (and rainy) day adventures. Can't wait for that day to come!

What's your favourite way to spend a sunny day?

08/30/2021

So, about our new logo 😍

Have you ever gone through the process of designing a logo? Man, what an interesting challenge. To create a single thing that captures your brand and will translate well onto web, print, merch, business cards, and all the things you don't know you're going to do with your business yet... I tell ya, It's no easy task.

That's why it's SO good to work with a designer who can take all the bits and pieces from your brain and translate it into an image.

This one, our Hunch Cafe logo, is from the beautiful mind of 🥰. After hours and days of back and forth-ness (and many iterations - all due to my wanting it to be JUST right 🤦🏽‍♀️) we landed on this, seemingly simple design.

The outer "square" is an ancient Egyptian symbol, meaning "home." When presented this to me, I instantly felt that this was Hunch Cafe. Clean and simple, but unique and intriguing, with a fun history. It is also an ancient form of the letter B, which I found fitting, since we were moving from "honeybeen cafe" to Hunch Cafe (we, too, used to be a bee 😉). "Hunch" sits snugly into this tiny "home", which is exactly what we are. A snug little tiny cafe, where hunches are born.

What are your logo design stories? 👇

08/24/2021

We've been a wee bit quiet over here these past few weeks. We've been working on something very exciting - a new name! 🌟

Introducing Hunch Cafe!

Hunch - noun. a gut feeling or guess based on intuition, something you are sure is true, even if you don't have proof.

i.e. "I've got a Hunch this cafe will be an uber success." 😉

Why the change? Well, we had 2 main reasons.

First, there seems to be a few great cafes out there with the name "honeybeen" or "honeybean" already, and we don't want to dampen anyone's fire.

And second, Hunch Cafe has always been on my mind. "Hunch" is how I personally live my life. I had a hunch I could travel on my own, for a couple of years - and I did. I had a hunch that Vancouver Island would be my spot - and it was. I had a hunch about good people to bring into my life, paths to take, things to say yes to and no to, and every time, my gut has known best. I've also had hunches that I didn't follow, only to realize I should have.

Cafe's are birth places of hunches. They are where ideas spark and catch fire on backs of napkins. Where they are are shared, nourished and have platform to thrive. They are a gathering hub for sharing, connection, and collaboration. A safe, chill space where everyone comes to feel relaxed and warm and welcome - a place of rest.

We can't wait to see what hunches you come up with in our tiny, lovely space! We may be a ways away from opening our doors, but we are here, gathering intel and learning all that we can to provide the best possible experience for you - our community.

We are excited to have you with us for the ride 🥰

Oh! And we have a new website 😉 check it out! www.hunchcafe.ca

🎨 graphics by

06/28/2021

With this crazy heat wave going on, we thought it would be the perfect time to introduce our second food truck spot here in Nanaimo: Westwood Lake Park.

Located just 10 minutes drive from downtown Nanaimo, this is one of my favourite food truck locations! Not only does it have a beautiful lake to cool off in, but it has endles hiking trails, mountain biking, fishing, paddleboard rentals, a campground and a sandy, lifeguard-patrolled beach.

Now just picture us, tucked neatly into the parking lot, ready to serve you delicious drinks and food 😊 magic!

06/26/2021

It's a scorcher out there, folks!

On hot days like these, we know how important it is to take care of yourself...and maybe treat yourself 😉 we want to know: how can we support your outdoor pursuits as a trailhead cafe?

Comment below and let us know your thoughts!
Please keep yourselves hydrated and don't forget the sunscreen 😎

06/25/2021

If you've checked out our website lately, you might notice some changes are happening around here 😉 exciting things are coming - stay tuned!

06/13/2021

Well folks, it's been a hot minute, hasn't it? I've been busy not being busy, and i must say it's been quite nice. Sometimes you don't realize how much you need a break until you take one!

But I'm back and ready to keep you all in the loop as we make our exciting progress toward opening our tiny cafe. We may have a long(ish) road ahead, but there's lots to keep me busy!

I thought it would be fun to do a little series on food truck spots, so you can get to know them and where we will be 😊 We also have grand plans to expand beyond them, into trailheads, campgrounds and beaches. But that will take some trailblazing, so to start we will be in these legally designated locations.

First up: Maffeo Sutton Park! Located downtown Nanaimo, this is a prime spot on a warm summer day. You will likely see people from all over Canada and beyond here, with local artisans selling jewelry, buskers playing beautiful tunes, families playing at the awesome kids park, and local crabbers hauling the days catch. It's a bustling park with great people watching - perfect spot to sit with a good cup of coffee 😉

See you all here one day!

04/10/2021

Have you ever taken a social media break?

This past week without notifications or scrolling was just what the doctor ordered. More time reading, going for coffee, going for walks, cooking, listening to cool podcasts, and (gasp!) chatting with real humans in real time! Also stopping to play with allllllllllll the cute doggos, like this guy 👆 who's blind but SO happy - look at that smile.

I hope spring is treating you all well!

🐝 ☕

03/29/2021

Well folks, our party has ended, and we didn't reach our funding goal. We knew it was a stretch when we started just 40 days ago, but if you know me then you know I'm all about whole-assing everything (none of that half-assing garbage).

I want to thank you all SO much for your support throughout our campaign. It means a lot to know that you guys think our project is cool, viable and one that you want to see come to life!

What's in store for us now?

Well, I am going to sign off social media and screen time for a wee little break ;) but then I'll be back to keep you updated over the next year or so as we keep this train moving! Next up is finishing our business plan and cash flow projections, and then talking to lenders to see what's possible. Recipe testing, building connections with potential vendors, chatting with BC Parks about getting into some awesome locations...it's going to be a busy and fun time. We're also working toward having an official 3D design mockup made this summer!

I read a great little book recently, called You², by Price Pritchett. He talks about shifting gears from trying harder to trying differently, and reframing your "problem." So while I will continue to work hard (it's ingrained in me!), I am going to also focus on looking for new perspectives and ways of doing that could open doors I can't even imagine yet.

I refuse to let doubt take up precious real estate in my mind, and I will continue to act as though my success is for certain. It may not be November of this year, as originally planned, but honeybeen cafe is definitely coming to a trailhead near you!

And please don't be a stranger, I'd love to keep in touch with you all. We're on Instagram, Facebook, or at honeybeen.ca.

As Price Pritchett said, you either risk taking a leap of faith or you risk settling for a fraction of what life has to offer you. I hope you all choose the risks that lead you closer to the life of your dreams.

Catch you outside ✌

🐝 ☕

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