The two Plaza shops are expected to serve three distinct groups of customers, he said: tourists residents who live in the communities immediately surrounding the premier retail district and people from across the metro who come for a day of shopping or events. “Those things are repeatable, so it’s a big focus as we expand the brand.” “We tie ourselves to a certain kind of espresso machine, a certain menu of drinks, and a certain level of customer service and quality of product,” Hodges said. It’s about quality sourcing with farm-direct relationships, ethical practices and treatment elevating the art and science of coffee harvesting and roasting creating experiential cafés that offer educational opportunities and acting as good corporate citizens.Īs the first “Messenger” locations outside the well-trafficked space at 17th Street and Grand Boulevard, it’s still important that the cafes “look and feel correct,” he said.Ĭlick here to explore Messenger Coffee Co. It wasn’t part of our original game plan, but it’s obviously an iconic place within Kansas City.”Įlevator pitch: Production of great coffee starts long before it gets to the hands of local roasters. “That opened up the opportunity for us to take Messenger to the Plaza. “The conversations with Kaldi’s moved pretty quick after that,” said Hodges. Having already closed four of its Kansas City locations - most recently a downtown shop in summer 2019 - the company revealed to Messenger it would soon be leaving the market entirely. Louis-based Kaldi’s, which arrived on the local coffee scene in 2014 with the acquisition of Lattéland, approached Messenger to learn more about its efforts to expand the reach of specialty coffee in Kansas City. (The project faces city approval.)Ĭlick here to read more about the planned development, which is set to include a Chicken N Pickle location, as well as an Andy’s Frozen Custard shop. The Plaza opportunity, however, came as a surprise amid Messenger’s methodical efforts to advance an up-to-6,200-square-foot store - modeled after its popular Crossroads flagship - within Phase 2 of the mixed-use Prairiefire development at 135th Street and Nall Avenue in Overland Park. “We’ve targeted geographical areas we think would be great spots - really looking at where customers or potential customers are underserved in the market.” “New cafes were always part of our plan,” said Hodges, president of Messenger. Messenger takes over the lease April 1, but won’t reopen for a few weeks, said Isaac Hodges. The shops will replace the last two remaining Kaldi’s Coffee locations in the metro, which are expected to close March 31. I can’t wait for this couple’s August Wedding!Ĭheck out more engagement sessions on the blog.Kaldi’s Coffee, 47th Street, Country Club Plaza We pulled out an umbrella and captured Loose Park in all its Spring Beauty. Brett and Emily weren’t scared of a few rain drops though. Arriving at Loose Park I was afraid the rest of the session was going to be rained out. □ Part 2 of their session included an outfit change and a trip to Loose Park. Since it was also a cold day in Kansas City, this was a perfect location to get get bright, beautiful photos, and stay warm. I’m thrilled that we were able to go to one of their favorite spots and get meaningful photos of them in their element. I always recommend that couples choose meaningful locations for their sessions, and Messenger Coffee is one of Brett and Emily’s favorite Kansas City Coffee Shops! Following Emily on Instagram, I’ve seen many coffee dates in her Insta-Stories. Brett and Emily’s Messenger Coffee Engagement session was absolutely perfect for a cold and rainy day.
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