I just spent the most delightful half hour with two of the newest entrepreneurs in the Point Loma/Ocean Beach area. I was so surprised to hear that they had opened on May 5 because I am in the area frequently and was not aware they were here. Who are they, you ask?
Maria and Gladys have opened a unique new coffee shop, featuring a variety of coffees such as espresso, Americano, Cortado, and more; “crafted coffees” including mocha, white mocha, Mexican mocha, Mayan mocha and Arabian mocha;  “brews” featuring house brew, cold brew and nitro brews; and they even offer a delicious “dessert coffee.”
Their prices range from $2.75 to $5.50.  Also on the menu are lattes, hot chocolate, green tea, macchiato, etc. The smells that wafted though the small restaurant were excellent.
And if you are hungry, they also offer sandwiches, pastries, and bottled beverages. They are working with their bakery to soon offer gluten-free products.
“Kakawa” is an Olmec word meaning cacao or chocolate. That explains why their passion is authentic and chocolate is infused in so many of their drinks.
 They are having their grand opening on Saturday, July 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Their drinks will be 50 percent off; there will be live music, and a fun time will be had by all.
Where are they located?  The address is 3655 Voltaire St. You might have trouble finding the shop, so let me tell you that it is almost next door to the European Bakery on Voltaire Street. They have also worked out a parking arrangement with the Venetian Restaurant, (which is almost right next door to the bakery) so that you can use their parking spaces if there is nothing else available.
 Go enjoy a good cup of coffee. You have many choices and Maria and Gladys will be happy to spend time with you explaining what is in each drink. You’ll be very pleased with the results. Kakawa Coffee Where: 3655 Voltaire St. Grand opening: Saturday, July 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Info: 619-241-2995.