Do you have regulars? If so, do you have any fun stories about building relationships with them?
“Sure, there are of course people who come in on a regular, daily basis. Inevitably, there is a story arch to our conversations and you begin to become more informed about who they are. This kind of relationship building is part of what makes La Colombe so special. But what I love the most is seeing a face light up, even if it's one person, just one time. There is meaning in being present for regulars and non-regulars alike, even if it's sometimes just 30 seconds of interaction.”

What would you be doing if not for this?
“I'm a yoga teacher. It's one of my passions and truly fulfilling. I was one of those crazy New Yorkers who ended up with a big corporate job living an unfulfilled life. I dreamt of getting rid of all my suits and being able to wear jeans every day. And so as many of us talk about doing, I made a big change. I got rid of my NY apartment and moved to the Bahamas to study yoga. Three years later, I moved back to the city as a yoga teacher. I stumbled into this cafe and after many months, I asked my newly forged friend Doug Wolfe (owner) if he would be willing to hire someone with no training in the coffee industry. One doesn't typically jump into the service industry in his mid-30s, but I wanted to be a part of this experience. Doug took the risk, and here I am.”