OK, I REALLY don't recommend driving your car to Ninth Street Espresso's Chelsea Market location. And I REALLY don't recommend double parking in a loading zone with your 4-way flashers going as you run in to to visit. But I DO recommend making the trip; the place is in a fantastic environment, has a unique rugged aesthetic and is just a lot of fun.
When I found the cafe there was a young woman hanging out by the bar talking to the baristas. I'd never met her, but she looked really familiar, so I said, "excuse me, are you Katie?" And sure enough it was Katie Carguilo, doing her gig as NYC customer service rep for Counter Culture Coffee.
Katie introduced me to the very personable Zachary (yes, THAT Zachary); his picture is at the top.
Katie also introduced me to Kim (above), who poured a delicious cappucino with some nifty latte art.
Go to Chelsea Market, you'll really like the vibe. Don't take your car, but if you do, maybe you'll get lucky like I did, and escape without a parking ticket!
The Chelsea local is a great stop.
ReplyDeleteDid you get a Fat Witch brownie? Counter Culture Coffee & FW Brownies mmmm the combo is fabulous.
Michael.
Damn, no. I was in such a hurry I didn't even notice the brownies. Next time!
ReplyDeleteyeah, yeah...Eyeball was there not too long ago.
ReplyDeleteHow I need to visit all these East Coast places that are gettin' down!
And then there was Georges from Amsterdam, an absolute addict, sniffing out the real stuff and nagging about the tamper he wanted to have for his own espresso gear.
ReplyDeleteI was so glad to have found you guys end enjoyed every bit of your tasty works of art.
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