February 10th 20009.

Scene: The newest Specialty Cafe in Irvine, CA, held a pre-opening VIP reception to introduce the location to the neighborhood. Filled to the rafters with local business professionals – including a nice contingent from the Irvine Chamber of Commerce –  the event gave attendees the opportunity to sample the wide range of baked goods that made the operation a staple in the Northern California market. Better yet, it was also a great opportunity to give new staff the ability to see the operation in full swing mode. What?? A training session camouflaged as a marketing event? Now, that is a special idea!