15/06/2023
The best coffee❤️ If you haven't given them a visit you are missing out 😉
Our Feature “Friday” this week is the Father & Son Duo, Vinesh & Shivesh of Bean who are located in our Village 💥 They have been trading with our market for the last 7 years & this is their journey with SFM:
“The Steaming Bean was born in 2016, from friendship, family & a love of coffee. Our business was initially fronted by Sean & I (Shivesh), with assistance & guidance from my dad, Vinesh. We entered the market in late 2016 & funnily enough nearly passed up our opportunity when Christine contacted us on a Friday morning to trade the next day. Being in our early 20s, sacrificing our Friday nights, with the early starts required on a Saturday seemed like a big chore! But something made me call Christine back & accept her offer to be there the following day.
This call turned out to be pivotal, as our time at the Shongweni Market has proved to be the catalyst to growing our business. The market allowed us to grow our Steaming Bean family, & since then we’ve expanded to include our own roastery (2018), & two more cafes (2020 & 2022).
Unfortunately, after a lengthy, valiant battle with cancer, Sean passed away in 2019. Whilst he was under-going his treatment, my dad became more involved with the roastery & events side of the business. Since Sean’s unfortunate passing The Steaming Bean has become more of a family affair; working together to make sure that we deliver coffee that puts a smile on your face.
Although a morning at the market can be a stressful rush while trying to push out orders, it’s still always such a pleasure connecting with the customers & other stall holders in the few minutes that we share while making their drinks. The atmosphere of the market, especially on a crisp winter morning, & the camaraderie amongst stall holders is very special.
My dad & I would like to thank SFM for providing us with the opportunity to let our passion project grow. We’re also grateful to our loyal customers for sharing our appreciation of high-quality coffee, the friendly chit-chat & always coming back for seconds!
Waiting that bit longer for a freshly ground cup of coffee is where the magic is - you can literally taste the difference ⭐ If you haven’t tried their coffee yet, then you need to make your way down to the Village to their coffee van. Come and say hi to Vinesh & Shivesh this Saturday 👋 ps Mum we didn’t forget you – always there, always smiling 🧡
