By Claire Regenstreif
Staff Writer
The South Bay is filled with restaurants that cater to health-conscious people by providing healthy alternatives to high-calorie meals.
The Source Cafe is a completely new organic and vegan restaurant located on Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach that adds to the South Bay’s wide variety of healthy cuisine options.
The Source Cafe opened last September, but it did not initially have the success owner Amber Caudle was hoping for. Recently, however, The Source Cafe has gained popularity and has become a top choice for health nuts looking for a fresh and organic option.
“We believe that an important source of healthy bodies, personal inner strength, and optimal mental outlook comes from the quality of the food we eat,” Caudle said.
When customers walk into the cafe, they are greeted with flowers and vibrant colors meant to make them feel at home and connected to the earth while they dine. According to customers, this provides a peaceful environment.
“The cafe is a cute and welcoming place that gives off a hole-in-the-wall feeling,” sophomore Olivia Everhard said.
The Source Cafe makes an effort to promote healthy eating while working around dietary restrictions. All of the items served are whole grain, organic and low fat.
“All of the food is really organic but tastes good at the same time,” sophomore Sierra Hanks said. “You don’t feel guilty after eating it.”
According to employees, visitors are attracted to the way the food is made to fit their daily needs. The food made at The Source Cafe is all locally-grown and prepared in the restaurant. The chefs and owners buy a majority of their ingredients from local farmers markets.
“The best way to be certain about the quality of one’s food is to know its source and where it came from,” Caudle said. “All foods are made in-house from local California vendors.”
The quality of the food served, combined with the laid-back atmosphere, has developed into a local favorite. The restaurant is located at 518 Pier Ave.
“Our brand is real, fresh and relevant,” Caudle said. “We believe that the choices of food we make on a daily basis really do effect our health.”
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