How fun!! Raises my cup of java to you.
If you plan on borrowing any money, you will need a
business plan. A plan is good to have whether you plan to borrow or not actually. Here is a link to the Small Business Administration in the US that covers some nice basics about starting a business and also writing a plan.
http://www.sba.gov/starting_business...itingplan.html
The other thing that immediately come to mind is
safe food handling practices and you may want to contact your local health department with the hopes they can put you in touch with where to learn what is required.
If you can, befriend an
existing shop owner clear across town. They are likely to open up to you if you aren't viewed as competition and usually most business owners love to talk about their business. Just be mindful they can be busy people so lots of short visits if you are to successfully pick their brains. They can be invaluable if you strike up a professional friendship with someone successful.
And lastly, I would suggest even though it seems like its just "a small coffee shop", I would line up an
accountant, preferrable one who enjoys dealing with small businesses. A good accountant is a big asset to any business.
Thanks for posting and I hope this gives you "latte" ideas!! (groans) LOL
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