Hey Peg, Originally I was going to drive out to Sixburgh (their new name after winning 6 Super Bowl titles) via Hazelton but now I'm flying due to a last minute business meeting. Come on out & have some fun! Listen, you didn't miss CoffeeFest; you have impeccable timing. It's from Feb 20-22. Let me know if you need tickets and I'll try to hook you up.

Are you going to competition in Pitts?

Hey Peg,

I was sorry I missed him! I actually managed to tear my biceps last night lifting weights and was getting an MRI. It's official---I am old! I have to get up and see you soon!

Hi Peg, That is a really nice Marzocco. I think that I've visited your shop in my travels. Happy New Year!

That, madame, is a fish!

It is so true, that IS why we get up at 5 in the morning. And as much as it is about the coffee, its always about the cutomers first...whatever weird thing they may want. I love this business.

Hi Peg your shop looks great. Finished the ABC course a few weeks ago and my mind is spinning. I'm inspired by those of us who make it happen (one day soon I will include myself in that.) Your latte art is impressive.
Well done.
Nichola

Hey Peg,
the space was an old restaurant that went out of business, took a lot of time but ended up with a really fun spot. I find it so helpful to keep in touch with fellow shop owners.....we feel the same pain:) take care

Hey Peg, What a great looking shop! I just got back from ABC two weeks ago. LOVED IT! good luck, please stop by if your ever in vermont:)

hey peg...thanks for the encouragement!! at this point i'm telling myself i just need to stay focused and take small steps everyday toward my goal. it's a challenge to do this mid-career, but i'm determined. the barista jam was amazing from the standpoint of both being able to practice and also test out different equipment. and meeting lots of other people in coffee. if you ever have a chance to do one, it's a great opportunity. i will definitely keep in touch...you too!

by the way, you have a great thing going with intelligentsia. i'm not exaggerating when i say that in all my coffee tasting, the most enjoyable latte i've ever tasted came from intelligentsia. they are awesome!

Thanks for the post Peg! It's inspiring every time I hear that someone is living their dream. Coffee has been mine for a long time now too, but I just haven't acted on it. I know I can make it work, it's just intimidating to begin sometimes. I'm a big believer in training too...going to my first barista jam this week in W. MI! Keep up the good work - it's independents like yours that keep raising the bar on coffee. Nice to meet you!

Hi Peg! I ran across a comment you made to a W. MI person and came to see your page. Beautiful store - congratulations! It seems like you're doing it right. My goal is to get away from office work and get back into coffee with a plan to own a store or maybe a cart at first. How long did it take you to get a handle on latte art? I've been practicing on my own and it's downright ugly at times! I'm also wondering what kind of lunches you do? Best wishes!

Thanks for the update Peg! Hope your doing well!

Ed

Hiya Peg, Things are good here. Sorry for slow response. I've taken a break from working at the Phoebus Coffee House due my main job getting busy. I am an emergency planner for the Dept of Defense. I am going to go to the event in Charlotte in Nov. Maybe I'll see you there?
Brian

Hi Peg,
How are things going for you these days?

Just checked out your website - the place looks awesome! Really nice design. Best of luck!

Peg; I'm very happy to hear that you have opened. The space looks fantastic from the image I saw on your page. To see what I've been up to look at my site. www.cafe-design.net I would love to use your layout and a photo or two on the site as well. You guys did a great job! Let me know If i can help you out, in any way.
Ed

Hi Peg. Hows the business going?

Nice to hear from you Peg. How are things going at your shop? And, yes,it's nice to connect with other women shop owners. Patty