Cosmo's Food for Thought

Well, it is Thursday & only 1 more day until our staycation!.  Folks here @ the Cafe have been choosing between the 3 paint colors & like I say," majority rules", "unless I don't like their choice".lol.  Ella Mae & I are going to do some day trips & just, 'chill'.  We actually can, if it's hot, because our new apartment complex has an awesome pool.  I think the "Buddy Holly' musical in Cortland is a must do, the Windmill Market in Penn Yan, of course a movie in the afternoon & some dinning @ some local spots.  Then on the weekend before we open back up we will set the Cafe up & maybe put up some new wall pics & then prep for Monday.  The last week in July will begin our third year!  I need to thank all our customers, friends & family for your support & prayers for our success.  Also all those who have worked for me & with me these past 2 years.  While some will say I am glad to be rid of ...

Well day 1 of the stay/cation & I'm exhausted all ready! lol.  We went to 'The Wind Mill Market' in Penn Yan & it was a nice scenic drive & a great place to eat & shop. Paul, who is painting the Cafe, just called & said he would be finished by 7 pm tonight, so we are excited to see the new makeover.         I  now must introduce you to our next door neighbor here @ our apartment.  Michael (as in the arch angel)!  He has become a cherished friend to Ella Mae & I & all only in these short few weeks.  You know it is right when the bond is so complete that quickly.  He has taken an immediate interest in the Cafe & has designed a new website, which I hope to launch next week.  His smile is contagious & he has a absolute want of helping people.  He is a Mid-Westerner, from a town near Fargo, North Dakota & with that 'draw' to match. lol.  Before my pre saved days, I used...

  Today (Wednesday) makes the 5th day of our staycation.  EM & I have gone to see a musical, 'The Buddy Holly Story', the movie 'Heat', hit a few local restaurants & have hit the pool for some relaxation.  In between we have made it over to the Cafe to set it back up after the new paint dried. Tomorrow it's another movie, a little cooking out & some more pool time if the weather cooperates. Good time to wish everyone a Happy 4th!     I am looking forward to the next few days & to next Monday's re-opening of the Cafe. We have new updated website  http://cosmoscafe2011.com Also a new redesigned menu...We hope to see all our 'regulars' & meet & make some new ones. As always thanks for allowing me to share & for all your prayers & support.

   Our first week back@ the Cafe from our staycation and it was great!  Everyone liked the new make over, menu & website.  It was good to see lots of the regulars & even some new 'folks'.  Our new tag line "You gotta come see Cosmo" was inspired by my neighbor, Mike and I must say, I like it.  After all,  I live & breathe this place & it will rise or fall by what I do.  I am very proud to be beginning our third year of business & of course humbled by the support of all those who have helped us get to this point.  I am very confident that this year will be our 'breakout' one!  I am a believer that hard work & dedication will eventually reward you.  I will never become wealthy from running this Cafe, but  I never expected that.  I only wanted to supplement our meager SS retirement payments & at the same time stay productive doing something I love.  The love part is no problem & the oth...

   Great week @ the Cafe.  Sales were steady & a lot of new 'faces'.  Friday was the best day & not just for how busy we were, but because of some of the 'folks' that stopped in.  Bill & Rosemarie, Dick & Sandy, Cousin Anthony, Susan & Aunt Mary...Also Pastor Ken & Michele (who are Friday regulars) also Ronna, Sydney & a guest.  Also so many good 'folks' thank you all.... We also catered a rehearsal dinner & the menu consisted of Ziti, meatballs, pulled pork, macaroni salad, potato salad, a fruit tray & a veggie tray.  So as I began, I will end.  We had a great week @ the Cafe & a super fun Friday for which I am so thankful.  Thanks for all your support & prayers for our success.  Thank you God for sustaining us all & He alone deserves our praise.....     Please sing with me "How great is our God'.  Check out this amazing video & you will be singing along for sure....

        We now have Pepsi fountain soft drinks available!  This seems to be a more convienient way to dispense these drinks & it saves me from making trips bringing in soda each week.  It is also an added bonus for our customers as is we will now offer one free refill for those dinning in on our 16 oz. size.  We still offer many of our items to become a 'meal deal'  & now it's with our new larger drink & french fries all for only an additional $1.99!  I am really beginning to see an upswing in sales & a lot of new 'faces'.  We also will be offering an insentive to new 'folks' by giving them a coupon good for a free beverage or 2 chocolate chip cookies after only a $5.00 purchase.  If we can hold our own during August & September (always some tough sales months in this business), this could become our breakout year!  Of course only time will tell & if we keep providing good food @ good p...

     I changed up the tag line from the show 'The Pawn Stars' to fit the Cafe.  We really don't know when someone is going to stop in, when, & what they will order!  It can make for some interesting times in this business.  You have to always be prepared for anything & have everything prepped up to boot!  It kind of reminds me of my Army days when our line was "Hurry Up & Wait!      Thanks to all who have come through our doors.  We are so grateful for your choosing to do business with us.  I hope we have served you well.  My promise is to always be ready & eager to prepare a good meal @ a reasonable cost for you & yours.  As always thanks for the prayers & for supporting this small business....