The Espresso Garden

Host a Puppy Birthday Party Here!

2007-02-25T21:55:00.000-08:00

There was a great turn out for the Puppy Birthday Party on Sunday afternoon. Here are some photos--the dogs stole the show and did not allow many of their people to be photographed.

Expressions in the Garden FRIDAY NIGHT, Dec. 8

2006-11-14T08:22:00.000-08:00

The Espresso Garden
will be hosting Expressions in the Garden on Friday, Dec. 8. Art will be on display by Olaina Anderson (amazing gifts, BTW!) and live music will be performed from 6-9 p.m. by singers including David and Jareb with a mellow mix of classical, folk and pop music. We look forward to seeing you there!

Expressions in the Garden

2006-11-09T18:48:00.000-08:00

hmmmm..... the time and date is TBD, but probably still on Dec. 9 because that is Olaina's birthday and she is one of our favorite people in the whole world. :)

So, still keep Dec. 9 open--maybe we'll do art during the day and then she can go and celebrate life with all the other amazing people of the world. (you too!)

Be there!

Thank you for your patience. :)

Expressions in the Garden!

2006-11-08T09:11:00.000-08:00

Musicians and artists will gather with friends and family on Saturday, December 9, to celebrate the inaugural quarterly Expressions in the Garden. Music will flow from 6-9 p.m., along with delicious coffee beverages and more. Additionally, the photographs and paintings of Olaina Anderson will be on display. We look forward to seeing you at The Garden!

NOW OPEN EVENINGS!!!!

2006-10-12T17:38:00.000-07:00

Really, seriously, you can come here to chill out and recover from your long day at work. Bring your puppy or your kids or your friends and a boardgame or cards for poker or needles for knitting or your Self and relax!

We look forward to seeing you Tuesday-Friday 4-8 p.m. and Saturday 6-9 p.m. when Jareb will be singing again.

NO YOGA FRIDAY 13th ONLY

2006-10-10T18:40:00.000-07:00

Hi yoga buddies!

We're sorry to say that yoga will not be held on Friday 13 (this week) because Grace Ann will be out of town.

However, there will be a make up class--TBD when we are all together again.

AND there is also a yoga class here at the Garden on Thursday morning at 7 a.m.

Bring your mat and your open heart and you will leave this paradise feeling relaxed for the day. :)

Thanks for understanding! We'll be back in action the following Friday morning.

He's coming back!

2006-10-10T12:39:00.000-07:00

Jareb the greatest singer and guitarist is coming back! He's going to sing again.

FRIDAY! 6-9 p.m. October 14!

EXCELLENT LIVE MUSIC TODAY!

2006-10-07T14:55:00.000-07:00

Come to The Espresso Garden from 6-9 p.m. tonight and hear Jareb singing! You'll love it!

Jareb is singing on Saturday!

2006-10-04T22:22:00.000-07:00

Some may know him as the guy who sings during the summer dolphin show at Sea World, others might know him as the guy in the Friday morning yoga class at The Garden, but everyone who was there when he brought his guitar and sang at The Espresso Garden a few weeks ago will remember him as the one who covers songs we know beautifully and sings songs he wrote himself with extraordinary talent.

Please join us at from 6-9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 7, for some relaxing music and warm friends and drinks at The Espresso Garden. You will LOVE the music! See you there!

We're in Tuscany, Toto!

2006-09-22T13:44:00.000-07:00

OK. So we're really still in America's Finest City, but if you sit back in the swing seat and gaze at the mural of blue sky, cypress trees and a little town on the hillside while you sip your espresso beverage, it's pretty easy to believe you're on holiday.

And your dog is really welcome to come with you. Or your cat. Or your bird. We're pet friendly.

Grace Ann Piano, a professional artist, worked on the mural during the summer weeks of blazing sun. Scooting back and forth across the wall on an extension ladder so that customers could still rest in the charm of San Diego, she transformed a green wall into an extraordinary Tuscan scene.

As with anyone who comes to The Espresso Garden with regularity, she has become part of the happy Espresso Garden family. Every Friday morning at 7, she also teaches a yoga class. Those who willingly rise and shine that early are always glad they did, because at 8 a.m. they have achieved a peace and tranquility that will carry them through the last day of the week.

Grace Ann is even considering adding a day to The Espresso Garden yoga offering because of high demand--we'll keep you posted regarding when that class begins.

For now, come on down and enjoy the most beautiful ambiance a coffee shop can offer--quiet music, the sound of falling water, the view of the San Diego sky as well as the Tuscan mural, and a fresh ocean breeze swaying the leaves of the beautiful plants.

More art fun at The Espresso Garden!

2006-09-13T23:06:00.000-07:00

They're part of the University Heights Arts Open! There will be two other artists there, and little ol' Olaina. Come see come see! Sept. 16 & 17 noon to 6 p.m.--and on Saturday, after the Arts Open, come back to the Garden to relax and enjoy a warm drink and some live music.

More info on the University Heights Arts Open: http://uharts.org/

Saturday Evening R&R!

2006-09-12T19:32:00.000-07:00

Come to The Espresso Garden after the University Heights Arts Open to relax and unwind with a cup of green tea or a chocolaty mocha. We'll be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday for this special neighborhood event.

We look forward to seeing you in our little part of paradise!

Art Show & Live Music

2006-09-09T22:32:00.000-07:00

Be sure to stop by The Espresso Garden during the 1st University Heights Arts Open. There will be live acoustic guitar and singing to enjoy as well as beautiful Tuscan art to be seen. Warm up with an espresso here and then continue on the tour of our neighborhood of talent. We look forward to seeing you Sept. 16 & 17 from noon to 6 p.m. See www.uharts.org for more details about the event or call 619-508-4075.

Free Music and Laughter!

2006-09-08T22:59:00.000-07:00

Be sure to come to the Espresso Garden Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. to hear a professional musician perform live! Enjoy our romantic/family-oriented/relaxing atmosphere. See you there!

He said....

2006-09-07T20:59:00.000-07:00

It's like an oasis!

This man who walks by a lot, to get food from the market, but this time stepped in to see that even if you just have a few minutes The Espresso Garden can help you become calm inside your heart and mind.

It's just a few steps and a wooden wall that separate the sidewalk and street from the sound of falling water, quite music and the comfort of a cushioned swing seat. People love it there. Families gather in three generations to catch up with each other; men read their newspapers until other men drift in and out of seats at their tables, they chat, read and part; women paint there; and everyone talks to Darren and Jeremy, who feed their puppies treats and really care about the people who step over the threshold into the paradise they have created for us ordinary folk to enjoy.

Painting at The Espresso Garden

2006-09-06T18:28:00.000-07:00

Today I got to wake up with the sun shining (actually I think there was because of honking or sirens), get ready as I felt like it, and then go to the garden and to paint flowers and hang out with Jeremy (one of the co-owners) and Grace Ann (the woman painting the mural of Tuscany on the wall and who helped me achieve more depth in my painting.

Today was an easy day to be happy.

The Espresso Garden is a haven for artists. Someone who isn't one said we were inspirational today.

Look it's The Espresso Garden!

2006-09-06T16:00:00.000-07:00

Photo by Olaina Anderson

This is it. Come as you are! Free WiFi! Friendly service. It's like Cheers, except outdoors and with coffee. But come on a Saturday night and you never know what kind of fun you might get to have--6 p.m. to 9 p.m. live music, friendly people and a great mellow environment.

come to the Espresso Garden!

2006-09-06T15:48:00.000-07:00

The Espresso Garden is a Haven for Artists and others....

Grand Opening Sunday, Sept. 3

2006-09-01T08:58:00.000-07:00

Photo by Olaina Anderson

Come have fun with us!
We'll be open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Pets are welcome, there will be free food (while supplies last), there will be a teacher's classroom liquidation sale (school supplies!) and artists will displaying their work and a teacher will be reading books to children whenever possible!

The garden is a beautiful place and we know you will love it!