The Place: Houndstooth Coffee The Cup: Several, tiny, slurped spoonfuls of coffee for both of us followed by a Cappuccino for Josh and a Breve Cortado for yours truly. Background: I decided to consult my Twitter network for suggestions on interesting Austonians that I should add to the 2013 Coffee With a Stranger Wish List and Josh […]
Author: Melissa
"You will be the same person in five years as you are today, except for the books you read and the people you meet." Charlie "Tremendous" Jones said that and I have taken it to heart.
In an attempt to not just be different, but to be better in five years, I learn life lessons from strangers by interviewing them over coffee. Once a week, I sit down with a total stranger to hear their story. I hope you enjoy reading about it as much as enjoy talking to these incredible people.
Everyone has a story! Talk to strangers and your life will never be the same.
Cup 23: Jodi Vargas – Cancer preventer, novelty seeker and outdoor enthusiast.
The Place: Summermoon Wood Fired Coffee The Cup: Latte, for Jodi, Cortado for moi. Background: The ever sensational Cup 16, Terry Grier introduced Jodi and I at his holiday bash (which was over the top FABULOUS, I have to say!). He grabbed me, walked me in front of Jodi and said, “Melissa, this is Jodi. […]
Cup 22: Tom Gimbel – Music lover, business man and experience seeker.
The Place: Jo’s Coffee on 2nd The Cup: Coffee, black for Tom and coffee with cream for me. Background: 20th Cup, Chad Goldwasser told me about Tom and emphatically insisted I needed to meet the guy. Chad had nothing but great things to say about Tom, so I was excited when he accepted the request […]
21st Cup: Monique Maley: Former actress, communications pro and owner of THE best tattoo story ever.
The Place: Lola Savannah The Cup: Hot tea for Monique. I opted for a new drink, although I didn’t realize it at the time. I ordered a Con Panna, which Monique kindly explained translates to “with cream”. Yum! My newest love is the cortado (half espresso and half cream), so I thought this was […]
20th Cup: Chad Goldwasser – Real Estate legend, music fanatic and motivation junkie.
Audio Version- Cup 20: Chad Goldwasser The Place: IHOP The Cup: Coffee, black – for both of us. Background: Cup 17, Thom Singer suggested Chad as a person to know in Austin. Chad and Thom have known each other for several years and among many shared interests, they’re both speakers and members of the same […]
Cup 19: Honoree Corder – Acclaimed author, superhero mom and a no-nonsense coach.
The Place: Starbucks on 5th and Lamar The Cup: Honoree was making the most of her time at Starbucks and had a meeting before I got there, so her cup was full and I failed to ask what was in it. I believe I may have seen a tea bag tucked inside though. I do […]
I was featured on When In Austin! Have a listen!
Do you recall a few weeks back when I interviewed Terry Grier, Cup 16? If so, you might remember that he also interviewed me at the same time for his way cool podcast called When In Austin. The podcast is now live on his site. Go check it out and let me know what you think! […]
Cup 18: Kim Schlinke – Gem creator, fashion upcycler, and (soon to be) published author.
The Place: Houndstooth Coffee The Cup: A lovely latte was the drink Kim selected, and I enjoyed the best drink ever, a cortado. If you’ve not had the pleasure of enjoying this dainty yet powerful cup, go now and get one. Then come back and finish reading. You’re welcome. Background: Several weeks back I met […]
17th Cup: Thom Singer – Family guy, networking advocate and international speaker.
The Place: Starbucks on 5th and Lamar The Cup: Non-fat vanilla latte is Thom’s drink of choice (and as he told me later, his guilty pleasure. I know, fat-free doesn’t sound all that guilty right?!?) I enjoyed a delicious fat-free double espresso which I promptly made fat-full by adding half and half. Oh and a […]
16th Cup: Terry Grier – Podcast host, Austin expert and adoring husband
The Place: Houndstooth Coffee on Lamar. The Cup: A pot of tea for me and Terry enjoyed a gorgeous Latte complete with a little coffee art on top. I have to admit, seeing his beautiful cup of rich, velvety goodness made me immediately regret my decision to head down the tea path. After a minimal amount of […]