coffee shop romance
The first time in a new coffee shop is like a first date. I look it over. Sip the coffee expectantly ascertaining its quality. I listen to the conversations between the regulars and the people behind the counter. I'm greeted warmly, a newcomer. I feel embarrassed as i try unsuccessfully to tap into the open wireless network. I'm smelling the pastries and going crazy with desire. Artsy people come in and comfortably settle in small groups of intelligent conversation. There's the bin where you return your dishes, and don't forget to get a stamp in your stamp card.
I'm hitting up two coffee shops these days: the first has wireless, good coffee, music a bit too loud but I like it alright, and the service is terrible. The second does not have good wireless, good coffee, pastry shelf to DIE for, extremely warm and pleasant environment, good service, and it tempts my wallet more. We'll see where the mood strikes. Being the internet addict I am, the every day shop might be the former and the special treat one may be the latter with a good book.
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Dude, we just posted about coffeehouses at exactly the same time. Twin.
Posted by: Erica | October 2, 2007 11:51 AM
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it *is* like dating. i thought I really had a something going with my favorite coffeehouse when I overheard the owner interviewing a potential new barista and asking her a whole series of illegal questions (how are you possibly going to handle working here and taking care of your child?) and making really inappropriate comments (*this* isn't the kind of place where a sick child is an okay reason to miss work). It was awful. I almost interrupted to say something. I had to kind of break it off after that.
Posted by: Anastasia | October 2, 2007 12:34 PM
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I like coffee shops without internet, it gives me a break, lets me actually notice the atmosphere. I have a main coffee shop here that is only open 7-6 M-F and it's kind of delightful because it makes it a special treat. I have another walkable coffee shop for weekends and getting to know my neighborhood.
Posted by: linnea | October 4, 2007 02:40 PM
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OMG!!! I love coffee shops to me it is a ritual as you described it. The most calming indulgence in my hectic life. It is like therapy to me(so relaxing...) I hope you will find a happy medium in your decision of which coffee shop to attend. Good luck!!!
Posted by: Nana | October 8, 2007 09:14 AM