Tiffani Kocsis, owner of East Dallas Middle Ground and Texas Coffee School Coffepreneur®, is no stranger to the coffee shop world. She says she grew up studying, spending time with friends and finding a second home at coffee shops. So it’s no surprise that after 20 years in education, writing a book, and raising a family, Tiffani set out to create her own vision of what a coffee shop would be.
We asked her a few questions about starting a successful coffee business in East Dallas and for her best tips for aspiring coffee shop owners.
There’s nothing quite like sitting at a coffee shop with friends, a good book, music or your laptop alongside a warm (or trendy iced) cup of coffee. But if you love a cozy coffee shop, why not open your own?
Since the phrase, “romanticize your life,” became a regular part of our vocabulary, folks are inspired to find new ways to enjoy their everyday rhythms. And that includes morning or afternoon coffee. If you’ve got an idea for a cozy coffee shop,
A new behavioral trend is emerging as customers are reconsidering decaf coffee, driven by health concerns and a desire to moderate caffeine intake. Many are seeking alternatives that offer the beloved coffee experience without the stimulating effects. While tea provides diverse flavors and varying caffeine levels, a significant number of consumers value the distinctive taste and ritual of specialty coffee. Does your coffee shop offer modern decaf options to cater to this growing preference?
There are many benefits to opening a mobile coffee cart. First, a cart can be a low-risk entry point for aspiring Coffeepreneurs®. It’s a way to test your business concept–a way to learn processes, grow your brand, experiment with recipes, and get to know your customer base.
A mobile coffee cart is also a way to pull traffic into an existing non-coffee business. Or, it can be an extension of you coffee shop,
The beauty industry is on the rise, according to the State of Fashion report by McKinsey & Company. Of the four main beauty categories, hair care and skin care are projected to grow another 6% by 2027. Business might be good if you’re a salon owner. But could it be even better? Industry disruptive salon owners are uncovering a business boosting secret weapon: add a coffee shop to your salon.