Cupcakes & Coffee

I have a dream/goal to open my own coffee shop with my sister, with our primary focus being specialty cupcakes and various coffee drinks, and a few choices for the non-coffee drinkers. The plan is to offer themed cupcakes by season or holiday, ex. high school football, Christmas, back-to-school, etc. Also options for vegan, gluten free, low carb, etc. for that crowd. Children will have their own section to choose from cupcakes made just for them and topped with a toy or other special treat. Guests are invited to sit and enjoy their treats at the tables and chairs while reading a book from the wall, accessing the WiFi, or participate in anything special going on at the shop. Children can choose (with parents permission!) to sit in the bean bag chairs and play games or read. The city of Albertville has been growing even more with the addition of a new shopping center, with retail, food, pet stores, and salons. There isn't a single coffee shop in the area though. A high traffic area like this would be the perfect location for us. Image the hundreds of shoppers spending a Saturday out running around with family or friends. They will likely enjoy a place to take a break and refuel without filling up on a big meal, or enjoy grabbing a nice iced coffee. Parents could bring their children in for an after-school or birthday treat. I would love to work hand in hand with the other small businesses in the area and offer discounts or promotions when you shop with us both, which will encourage you to stop in and try a half-priced coffee with the coupon you picked up while getting your hair done, for example. It's a thriving area and I feel a business like ours would benefit everyone.