Aroma coffee house takes New York

One of the best things about New York city is of course, the food and the drinks!  A total culinary city with amazing offerings, I love going there to eat and drink.  One of my favorite shops to stop in is Aroma Coffee House.  It is a great place, with good energy, and delicious food and drinks.  This is a place to stop in anytime of day and enjoy a nibble and a delicious iced coffee.

This is a great video showing some of the behind the scenes notes of this up and coming coffee shop!  Check out the video below:

Boston Gourmet Coffee Shops

I am in love with Boston.  My husband  and I like to take a trip there once a year, and when we do we just go crazy.  To me, Boston is a foodie heaven, and the gourmet coffee is right up there with the best of them!

Some of the most popular gourmet coffee spots in Boston are:

• P S Gourmet Coffee
• Kahve Koffee
• Boston Common Coffee Co
• L’Aroma Cafe & Bakery
• Flour Bakery & Cafe
• Cafefe Vittoria
• Flat Black Coffee
• Angora Cafe
• New England Coffee Company

These are just a few places you will find delicious gourmet coffee in Boston. Personally I love getting a cupcake from Kickass Cupcakes and drinking a nice cup of gourmet coffee alongside.  Boston is truly a paradise for those who enjoy delicious food and drinks.  They take their food seriously there because they know what they’re doing!  If you are thinking of a great foodie vacation, give Boston a try!

Zoka Coffee Shop

My husband and I have decided to make a trip to Seattle this year. In preparation for the trip I have decided to read some online reviews and watch some youtube videos to find some of the most impressive coffee shops.

One coffee shop that seems to keep popping up is Zoka Coffee. Zoka Coffee has been around since 1996 and locals and tourists love it. Here is what they have to say about their coffee-loving establishment:

The cornerstone concept of the Zoka Coffee Roaster & Tea Company is a focus on our local community. Where other coffeehouses may hurry customers out the door, we at Zoka invite you to stay, and feel honored when you decide to settle in with us for a whole afternoon (that’s why we tempt you with free wireless Internet).

Where we regard our customers with warmth and respect, we consider our coworkers as close as family. Each Zoka staffer brings new creativity, ideas and joy to the table, thereby continuing what has become a grand tradition of diversity and originality at Zoka.

We treasure the bonds we share with customers and fellow baristas, and we hope you’ll join us in growing our family bigger still.

That is just the kind of hospitality this southern girl is looking for!  This will definitely be on the list of must stop shops!

Seattle Coffee Works

The Tasting Room is a place to explore if you have a serious passion for coffee. It is a place to deepen senses of discovery and to try new things. They strive to make coffee tasting an intriguing and dignified experience, and also a very enjoyable one.

Their statement of on the slow bar or tasting room experience is the following:

Come here to taste coffee varietals, test different methods of extraction, meet fellow coffee geeks, or celebrate a special occasion with a prized cup of coffee. This is a place to indulge your sense of curiosity and revel in the spirit of inquiry. There’s so much more to coffee than meets the eye, and the best coffees and blends are yet to be developed. Partner with us on this journey of coffee innovation!

If you are a true coffee lover like me, you may be making Seattle your next stop on your vacation destination list!  Here is a short video on the siphon coffee brewing method:

Cherry Street Coffee House

Here is what Cherry Street Coffee House has to say about themselves:

Cherry Street Coffee House serves the community through our five, downtown Seattle neighborhood cafes in the Pioneer Square, West Edge and Belltown neighborhoods of Seattle, Washington. We offer specialty coffees and espresso; breakfast bagels, quiche and pastries; and our homemade menu of freshly made sandwiches, soups and salads. Some of our cafes are open in the evenings featuring desserts, small plates and a light dinner menu.

In addition to great coffee and distinct food, Cherry Street’s biggest focus is building a loving community through developing genuine relationships with the people on both sides of the counter. At the end of the day, it all comes down to the people around us and the relationships we build with them. To make what we do truly exciting and meaningful, we always work towards building community and creating a sense of neighborhood around every one of our cafes. We’d love to meet you, and look forward to you, making us a part of your community.

I found this great video on youtube today showing a bit about this eclectic/cool coffee shop:

Coffee Shop

Are you thinking of opening a coffee shop?  Here is a short video that has some great thoughts on what makes a successful coffee shop design.  Personally, I know a coffee shop has to have the right ambiance to make me want to stay there.  There is actually an art to this!  Check out this video and what are your tips on a successful coffee shop?