Copenhagen's Orsa Coffee: We're literally going crazy with the growth we're experiencing
Solidpixels is often chosen by projects that are doing great things and the world should know more about them. We asked the founders of Orsa Coffee, a successful new Copenhagen-based café and a creative hub, how they got started in the first place, what they're currently working on or who their favourite regulars are.
How did Orsa come into being in the first place? Whose idea was it and how long did it take to get to where you are now?
We opened Orsa almost a year ago, but we began working on the project two years ago. Honza and I used to work together at a small Espresso Bar, and we soon realized that we were wasting our time working for others. The idea of opening something came from Honza, but as for the concept itself, I couldn't tell you. It has evolved over time, but what we were clear about is that it had to be something different.
What makes you different from other cafes in Copenhagen?
To begin with, we don't like to describe ourselves simply as a café. We're a space where coffee is sold, but we also engage in other activities. There are many intangibles that set us apart: the attitude of our baristas, the atmosphere we create, the music, but, well, we couldn't really tell you precisely.
"We don't like to describe ourselves simply as a café. We're a space where coffee is sold, but we also engage in other activities."
Who comes to you for coffee? Do you have any favourite regulars?
We attract all kinds of people. What you envision is one thing, but reality is another. At Orsa, we welcome many tourists, but we also have a lot of regular customers who live or work in the area. Our audience is primarily young and female, with many of them discovering us through social media channels.
What do you enjoy besides coffee? What kind of things, activities and ideas do you give and want to give space to at Orsa?
I can't speak for Honza as we are two completely opposite individuals. However, what we can say is that we aspire to become a space that serves as a platform for creative individuals. This entails hosting creative events, photography sessions, art exhibitions, creative talks, and so on.
Why does a café like Orsa coffee need a website?
As I mentioned earlier, many people discover us through the internet, so it's crucial to maintain a strong online presence.
What is currently happening at Orsa and what will be happening there in the near or slightly distant future?
We've got a lot on our plate. We're literally going crazy with the growth we're experiencing, but at the same time, we're incredibly grateful. Right now we are focused on making our business as much profitable as we can, at the same time we are creating nice content on social media and last but not least, pushing to launch our own products so as you can see, much shit going on.
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