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The Den: Growth and Reflection after A Year in Business

Chandler Lipe, Texas Coffee School Coffeepreneur® and owner of The Den, is making waves in Denver. We wrote about the launch of her family-friendly coffee shop and gathering space one year ago. Heading into her second year of business, we reached out to learn about her impressive progress, growth, and streamlined operations. 

The Den social lounge & coffee shop has scaled quickly and created three strong revenue streams: a coffee shop, family lounge,

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From Ground Zero to Open Doors in Under a Year at East Dallas Middle Ground

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.

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Design a Cozy Coffee Shop

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,

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Death Before Decaf? – Why Customers Are Reconsidering Decaf Coffee

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?

The Evolution of Decaf Coffee

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Opening a Mobile Coffee Cart

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,

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