The First Sip

Sharing my coffee journey with you.

The First Sip

Coffee is not just something I consume in the mornings to wake up. I often refer to it as “The Drink of the Gods”, this is not an overstatement. Coffee is my hobby, my drink of choice, the reason why I plan vacations, and how I gauge potential friendships. Choose carefully.

Copa Vida

May 24, 2018

Copa vida has become a part of my weekly work life. Working in North County, though there are many specialty coffee shops, there’s not many that are close to my office. At times it would take me over 40 minute to drive to Encinitas to get a cup of delicious coffee to keep me going for the rest of my day. … More Copa Vida

Mostra Coffee

April 23, 2018

Monstra roasts their own coffee and they do an amazing job. I love going there to pick myself a bag of fresh roasted beans, as well as picking up some cold brew, which they also brew and bottle themselves. Their coffee menu is super fun, though still showcasing all of your traditional drinks such as americanos, lattes, etc. … More Mostra Coffee

Coava Coffee

January 30, 2018

I have to be honest, this shop was nowhere near my radar, but one day I was out walking Cherrio (my little terrier) in Downtown San Diego and we bumped right into it.

First impressions, I have to say the shop is gorgeous – you can see the rustic industrial theme throughout the location. The wood that lines the walls and furniture pieces make it a super welcoming space. My favorite decor feature was the low set tables that are placed by the windows, they made THE perfect reading nook. … More Coava Coffee