Perfect Summer Pairings
As a self-proclaimed connoisseur of all things sweet and treat-adjacent, I’ve been doing the very important work of taste-testing our new summer cafe menu (it’s a tough task but someone has to do it!). Our team has put together a stellar lineup of seasonal drinks and bakery treats to fuel your summer reading, and to celebrate, I’ve paired a few of my favorite books with some of our newest cafe items to inspire your next trip to Birdie!
Cherry Amaretto Latte +
Cherry Amaretto Bar
Pair with: Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It by Brooke Averick
Our Cherry Amaretto Latte and Cherry Amaretto Bar are a match made in heaven. Coincidentally, that’s exactly what Phoebe is searching for in Phoebe Berman’s Gonna Lose It. Funny and charming, this debut novel follows a 29-year-old teacher as she navigates intimacy issues, relationships, and self-discovery. As an added bonus, the cherries on the cover make it the perfect literary companion to one of our sweetest seasonal pairings yet!
Guava White Mocha +
Banana Walnut Bread
Pair with: The Book of I by David Greig
A refreshing blend of guava and white chocolate topped with sweet Tajín for just the right amount of kick? Meet the Guava White Mocha - my favorite drink on the new menu. Refreshing, unexpected, and perfectly paired with our beloved Banana Walnut Bread (be sure to ask for it warmed up). For your reading companion, pick up The Book of I, one of my favorite reads of 2026 thus far. Written by playwright David Greig, this novel is set on a remote Scottish island in 825 AD and tackles themes of faith, redemption, and loyalty through a compelling blend of humor and historical insight.
Pina Colada Cold Brew +
French Toast Coffee Cake
Pair with: Into the Blue by Emma Brodie
Into the Blue is everything I want in a summer read: a believable love story, emotional depth, and yearning that spans decades. It’s the kind of book that I’d pack for a trip to the beach, which makes our Pina Colada Cold Brew its perfect companion. Shaken with pineapple juice, coconut milk, orange blossom syrup, and finished with a dusting of cinnamon, it’s the perfect pick-me-up. Add a slice of our French Toast Coffee Cake for the ultimate taste of summer.
Root Beer Float Latte +
Gluten-Friendly Triple Chocolate Brownie
Pair with: Three Bags Full by Leonie Swann
Summer is nostalgic: late sunsets, lightning bugs, the joy of a cold root beer float. Our Root Beer Float Latte perfectly captures that feeling, especially when enjoyed alongside our Gluten-Friendly Triple Chocolate Brownie because, really, how much chocolate is too much chocolate? The limit does not exist. For a book that delivers the same nostalgic charm, I’d recommend Three Bags Full. This witty sheep detective murder mystery is full of lovable (and mostly four-legged) characters, clever banter, and enough intrigue to keep the pages turning.
The summer menu doesn’t stop here! Treat yourself to our Basil Nitro Lemonade or Blueberry Hibiscus Lemonade, add our new cold foam to your favorite iced drink, and try our Gluten-Friendly Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread, Lemon Cream Icebox Bar, and so much more.
And as always, there are plenty of books to recommend as well! One of my favorite parts of working at Birdie is the opportunity to match customers with books to suit their tastes (here’s a link to a few of my favorites), so let us know how we can help you check off a few boxes on your Birdie Books Summer Reading Bingo Sheet. We hope to see you soon!