Barista

In this single-issue debut from the 2023 MENLU imprint, writer Kristof Berte and artist David Felizarda Real introduce a grounded, character-focused story set in the world of coffee culture. The series follows a barista navigating the quiet rhythms and personal connections of café life, offering an understated slice-of-life narrative. Its intimate, moody artwork and contemplative tone mark a distinctive entry in Berte’s portfolio, showcasing MENLU’s commitment to offbeat, human-scale storytelling.