Honoré de Balzac, one of history's consummate coffee aficionados, is a prolific and Celebrated 19th century French novelist. His prodigious output was famously fueled by copious cups of strong, black coffee Consumed throughout the night. While earning a university degree in French Literature, Diana Olsen, President and Founder of Balzac's, discovered a kindred spirit in Monsieur Balzac and his genuine passion for coffee. Upon graduating, she immersed herself in authentic French culture, spending a year and a half in France. Passing many afternoons in the enchanting Grand cafés of Paris, Ms. Olsen was inspired to bring this sophisticated celebration of coffee and social tradition back home to Canada more... See more text