Owners and operators have wanted to talk about two things: their staff, and the quality of their product. In a city like New York, it’s hard to survive as a business without caring for your people, or what you put out the door day to day.
@taylor_siok wanted to talk about both. Weeks later, what sticks with me about our conversation and our short time meeting are his humility, enthusiasm and smile, and obvious dedication to craft. Taylor quickly jumped to prepare fresh madeleines. He was forthright in sharing
@passionfruit.coffee ‘s no tipping policy; fair wages are built into the product’s cost. He and his partner have a longstanding track record of making fantastic food and beverages and elevating others and bringing them and the community along while doing it. I am very humbled to have shared space with Taylor and his staff. Get yourselves to Bed Stuy for coffee and pastries.
We’re 3/4 the way done with November and December’s photoshoots and interviews. More spotlights coming soon. Coffee table book coming shortly thereafter.
📍: Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
@passionfruit.coffee
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@photolifebrooklyn 
