To open and operate a small business, let alone doing so in “this” economy, requires commitment. My dad always likes to tell me that if something we’re easy, everyone would be doing it. The first few years of business were very challenging for Alexis and I, and have made every success we’ve experienced that [...]
The 2009 edition of the most celebrated coffee in the world, the Geisha varietal from Hacienda La Esmeralda in Panama, arrives with our coffee shipment today. Every year we look forward to this coffee, enjoy it for a short time, then think about it until next year. This coffee is the product of an amazing [...]
Today, from CNN.com…
Strip District
Just a few blocks south of Lawrenceville is the bustling Strip District, where the sidewalks are lined with food stands and one-of-a-kind stores. Locals of all ages wander around Smallman Street in the Strip as they enjoy fresh coffee from 21st Street Coffee and Tea or sample biscotti nearby at Pittsburgh’s own Enrico Biscotti [...]
Open as usual in the Strip District- had no issues getting to Strip via 16th Street Bridge- simply take 16th to Liberty to 17th, then go back down to Smallman for parking. 31st Street bridge also no issues.
We are closed at the Frick Building (building is locked up through weekend).
Our third location is officially in the works. We have a lease, and were hoping to make the big announcement after the G20 but it feels good to write this post. It’s been a long time coming. There is a lot of work to be done and a lot to look forward to.
Back in March [...]
