Start your morning with color and culture.

The Ube Latte at Nirvana Soul Coffee is as bold and vibrant as the community it represents—sweet, earthy, and totally unforgettable.

Now with three convenient Downtown San Jose locations, it’s easier than ever to stop by and sip something special:

📍 315 S. 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113

📍 150 E San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95112

📍 233 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113

☕ Come sip something different and brighten your day downtown.

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A Mural That Speaks to San Jose’s Roots 🐝🎨

Tucked away at 4 N Second St, this striking mural by Patrick Hofmeister (2020) is more than just a visual masterpiece — it’s a symbol of resilience, migration, and impact.

Titled “Labor of Our Fruit,” the piece uses the honeybee as a powerful metaphor for the immigrant story. Just as the honeybee was introduced to San Jose in 1853 by Christopher A. Shelton and went on to revolutionize California agriculture, so too have immigrants shaped the landscape and future of our community.

Every swirl, jewel, and golden accent woven through this design reflects the beauty of contribution — no matter one’s origin, size, or story.

📍 4 N Second St, San Jose, CA 95113

San Jose Downtown Association’s Street Life team coordinated with artist Patrick Hofmeister for this mural design and installation.

Commissioned by @sjculture

Facilitated by @localcolorsj

Lead artist: @hofmeister.art

Assistant: Mathew Scicluna

Site Support: Harvest Properties

👉 Learn more about San Jose’s public art at sjdowntown.com

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Downtown San Jose is heating up — time for a Breaktime!

Cool off with their fan-favorite Tiramisu Milk Tea, topped with rich Coffee Foam and chewy boba. It’s the sweet, creamy pick-me-up you didn’t know you needed today.

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📍 110 E San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95112

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A Downtown Landmark That Stops You in Your Tracks ⛪

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph isn’t just a place of worship — it’s San Jose’s oldest parish and a true icon of downtown history.

📍 80 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113

Originally founded in 1803, the cathedral has been rebuilt multiple times, with the current structure completed in 1884. Today, it stands tall with its majestic Corinthian columns, grand central dome, and stunning stained glass windows, blending Renaissance Revival architecture with California charm.

What makes it truly unique?
✨ It’s one of only five cathedrals in California to receive basilica status, designated by Pope John Paul II in 1997.
✨ It houses stained-glass windows imported from France and Germany, casting vibrant light across its ornate interior.
✨ And after five churches were lost to fire or earthquakes, this enduring structure stands as a symbol of San Jose’s resilience.

Whether you’re admiring the exterior beauty, snapping photos on the steps, or exploring nearby local gems, this cathedral is a must-see in the heart of DTSJ.

✨ Come for the sights, stay for the experience.
👉 Discover more at sjdowntown.com

Interior photo 📸: @cathedralbasilicaofsaintjoseph

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