Coffee Commission is on a Mission while Delivering to the Community

Todays coffee visit was at coffee commission in Edmond. A shop that is hidden right next to Target on the second floor of the strip mall. As soon as you enter the door you are welcomed by a friendly staff, and an open environment. The shop itself is like a loft apartment. With an array of tables, with sections divided off with room dividers. Some spots with overstuffed couches, to iron coffee tables and chairs.

Usually there is certain types of people that are attracted to different coffee shop, but at coffee commission, there seems to be all sorts.



From the middle aged business men discussing a business deal. In another couch sits a guy preparing for his next class. Then two frat guys sitting talking over what happened this past weekend. All drinking coffee, and multi-tasking, to take on this Tuesday.

Today I grabbed an Andes mint latte. If you want to know three important things to me in food. That it somehow ties into chocolate, mint, or coffee. So this drink is the perfect drink for myself. I know Christmas is three months away, but this reminds me of what is to come.

Connie a frequenter of the coffee shop stated, "I love this shop it is truly one of a kind...and is very welcoming."

The shop itself prides itself on being a Christian company that supports a cause each month. The company gives back a certain percentage. They also participate in different events around town. Again, if this coffee shop was a person, it would definitely have to be a person that is strong in their beliefs, but diversified. The coffee shop is worth the trip up those steps to the second floor.
To know more about the shop visit the shops website at http://www.coffeecommissionedmond.com/

CowGirl Coffee Driving Customers Off the Beaten Path

An early morning to school again is sometimes unforgettable. As I drove down west waterloo road, and as I past the sonic to my right. I know my favorite place is just around the corner. The last time I visited this coffee shop was not since March of this year. It is like visiting a long lost friend.

Cowgirl coffee is a coffee shack tucked away in the country side of Edmond.

It is truly authentic to boots, and flowers. With both sides serving coffee on each side, of the north and south. The hours are shorter than others. Opening early, but closing at two.

The shack widows on each side have pink curtains displayed staying true to their cowgirl image; while having flower beds on each side with fake flowers of disarray of colors from pink to blue. Outside is displayed with different country décor.

The shack is so small, but the two baristas are in there. The two seem to be close friends, laughing and enjoying each second together. While, sitting there a regular customers pulled up. The two called by name, as if this was just another small town on a back road.

As I looked over the menu I see the options are endless. You can choose the type of coffee with the type of flavoring. Today, was a Christmas Flavor in the end of September of a Latte; with peppermint. With a chocolate covered expresso bean covered in chocolate on top.

Connie a frequenter of the coffee shop said, “She loved their Chai Tea with pumpkin this time of year. It is the official start of Fall…and I am ready!”

The coffee shop is definitely a country girl, ready to serve and help each second. This is a coffee shop tucked away from the city, that is worth the drive off of the beaten path.

Coffee Slingers in Downtown Oklahoma City

Since I go to church downtown, I frequent this shop a lot. I think it is hard to deny that coffee slingers is not truly a representation of big town coffee shop. The modern stainless steel appliances and granite give it that modern uniqueness that is present throughout downtown. Its location is amazing. It is located in the heart of Automoblie Alley in Oklahoma  City. Seated by Hideaway Pizza, and numerous restaurants, it is a real awesome place.

Today, I ordered a Latte. The cream and sugar were perfect. The milk was steamed just right, and perfect amount of espresso. I think it was that boost I need to get through the day. Overall, I enjoyed the drink. I also thought their cups were adorable, with a personal stamping on the side. Marissa McNelly a frequenter of coffee slingers said this, "I love the fact that it is downtown, and a perfect place to meet up in the day or at night."

I would definitely have to say if this was a person. I would have to say it would be a modern city guy or girl that is working their way up the corporate ladder. Trying to make an impression, along with having simplistic taste in things. The shop and the coffee are amazing and something to talk about. If you are in downtown, I would highly suggest going there.

Credo House in Oklahoma City

This is one of my favorite coffee shops in Oklahoma City. I love going there for some studying, and meeting with my best friend. The shop has a strong connection to the Christian faith. When I reported on the shop in the past semester in my journalism class, I learned that each employee is trained in their field, to get special certification in coffee making. If this shop was a person it would be someone who is knowledgeable about their profession, and passionate about it. I asked a fellow coffee patron Connie about her opinion of the coffee shop,and she said,  "This place is amazing to see the deep connect to the a religious background and the staffs commitment to the community."

 Today I tried a cappuccino. It was amazing to me that they can make a design in their coffees like they do. It was just what I needed today, a extra pick me up. The foam topping was perfect, and with the perfect amount of sugar and cream; just what I needed to get through studying for my physical science class.

 The shop itself is very peaceful, and they have awesome music. With awesome seating of overstuffed coaches, and study areas of tables placed throughout the shop, it is obviously something I cannot avoid. It is an amazing place, with an awesome staff, that knows their coffee. That is why I would strongly suggest this coffee shop for anyone wanting a quick cup of coffee.

Starbucks Next to the University of Central Oklahoma

Having a case of the Mondays is the worst! I guess that is why there is coffee to  cure those days that are the hardest. Through out my time at the University of Central Oklahoma I have loved to go to the local Starbucks right across the way  from the campus. I have made many stops there over my years at UCO. I know it is not a local coffee shop, but instead a chain. The feeling there is so much more than a chain and the memories I have there are priceless.

Today, I got one of my favorite Carmel Macchiato, for the last time this summer. The mix is always perfect each time. The topping of caramel is the cherry on top. I think each time I get this particular drink it reminds me of a ice cream sundae. I think as we are heading into fall, this might be just a reminder of the past summer, of the time in the sun! 

The coffee shop itself is pretty nice. They recently remodeled the store to be more accommodating  to the students at the University of Central Oklahoma. With tables for laptops, and more nooks the place is fitting for last minute cram sessions, and readings. The shop has that college vibe. If this shop was a person it would definitely  be a college student. With many college students running in and out. This shop is the ideal coffee shop for any college student looking for a study area. 

Evoke in Downtown Edmond

I have never really frequented Evoke, while I attended UCO. I know that many of my fellow UCO student love this coffee shop. It seems have the modern vibes, and the feeling of being next to a college. I really feel in love with it as I walked in the doors.

The coffee shop displays their menu on  a chalk board. As I went through the menu, I automatically went to the cappuccino. I instantly feel love with the artwork that was displayed in the coffee. I really appreciate that a coffee shop would take the time to do just that. As I drank the coffee, it was just wanted I need a pick me up for the day. With a morning full of classes, this was what got me through it.

I would suggest that anyone in town go there for a cup of coffee. I hear they have even more amazing things as waffles, eggs. Evoke is the place to go in between studying for school! Adam, said this about the coffee shop, "Evoke has a young, urban and inviting atmosphere. I thought the coffee, while fairly pricey, is delightful and "evokes" tasty sensations."

I once interviewed the owner of the shop. He really had a nice concept that he wanted to have more social events, and so on. With cocktail hours. They eventually started to serve craft beer. They seem to aim towards be more authentic. Staying true to what is individualistic. The more  I visit coffee shops the more I realize that each shop is an individual!

Dr. Clarks Comments for Blogging Class

Discussion Board Comments:

After reading Dr. Clarks articles I felt that I should have point of references for my readers. I will maybe link each coffee shops website to my posts. I also want to make a bio page for my blog, so people can find out more about myself. I see that is key, with blogs you want to be an individual. I want to also include at least one picture from each coffee shop that I am at, so my readers feel as though they were part of the experience. Since I am writing about different coffee shops I am going to include each shops name in the title overall. So, when people do search for the coffee shop on a search engine, they can find my blog. I am going to show what how I plan to implement the plan to do just that.

1. Links
Overall, each coffee shop that I will visit I think have websites. Example could be like when I went to the Red Cup.

Want to Know More About The Red Cup
https://www.facebook.com/redcupok


 2. Linking to Bibliography
I would like to include this in my right hand side of my mini bio. I know that one of my friends had a blog, and had a bibliography. I found it cool that she did that. I feel that I would just want to go more in-depth on my life, and who I am. It would be just one post, and occasionally updated.

3. Pictures are Key
In my first post about the Red Cup I did this. I think people got to experience more about the day, and I feel could relate to the situation. I gave more in-depth story about my friends experience, which I think people felt they could relate to the shop itself that way.


4. Location in Title, to help in search
In my first post I did just this, and hope to do this continuously. For other blogs I see this could be a difficulty, but I think it will be simple, and my readers, will enjoy reading each day about it.

The Red Cup in the Asian District in Oklahoma City

I recently visited one of my favorite coffee shops in Oklahoma City in the  Asian District the Red Cup. One of my first places that I feel in love with coffee in Oklahoma. Every time I go to the Red Cup without fail I will order my favorite drink Raspberry Decadent. The Raspberry Decadent is a coffee with a hint of Raspberry topped with a topping of whip cream. Next, step is the chocolate chip walnut cookies that get me each time. The two of them equal a perfect ten. 

The coffee shop offers not only coffee, but breakfast, lunch options. Making the Red Cup a place to go to anytime of the day, Overall, the shop itself is very welcoming. There is a porch that wraps around half of the building. The inside has three different sections that you can either be open to the public or close off from the rest of the coffee shop for those last second studying times. Inside there is array of different furniture that from each decade. I can personally say that the Red Cup will not disappoint.

As I sat there with one of my close friends I realized the more coffee connects people together and brings them closer. My friend has been going to this same coffee shop since she was five, which started with her dad, and she has made many of her friends loyal customers. The employees there seem to know her, and remember her from when she was a small child. When she does go back there with her father, she remembers when she was five eating a peanut butter banana sandwich. Overall, who can replace such a awesome place, and awesome memories.