Controversy is baked in - which is why it should come as no surprise that Contrarian Thinking CEO Codie Sanchez made waves for a hot take she shared in a podcast interview. In a clip of the interview, posted by TikTok account @goated.quotes, Sanchez says that she can tell how successful someone is by how they order coffee. "Show me how long it takes you to order at a counter," says the CEO, "and I will show you your bank account."
In the US, coffee is fuel. We take it everywhere in comically large Stanley cups, balanced precariously from the almost big-enough car cup holders, and carry it into meetings, soccer practices, and PTA fundraisers. It's a lifestyle accessory as much as a drink. Step outside America, though, and you'll notice how out of step that habit looks. Coffee abroad is often about slowing down, not speeding up.
Flat whites have three components: one or two shots of espresso, steamed milk, and a thin layer of dense foam on top. Lattes generally have more frothy microfoam bubbles that dissipate quicker when iced.
Quiet Mountain Cafe has quietly evolved into a cultural space where slow living, outdoor exploration, and caffeinated rituals intersect, attracting a loyal following.