Situated in Gonubie Mall, patrons are able to get their much-needed cup of java on their way to work or when making the daily school run, without having to switch off their car.
Serving an assortment of coffee to suit several tastes, the hot beverages are served in funky looking spill-proof cups. Smoothies are also on offer.
Customers with a bit more time on their hands are also accommodated inside the store.
According to the Cronjes, the coffee shop has been a dream of theirs for several years now following a trip to Canada where drivethrough day”.
Digging their hands deep into their pockets, the couple first sought adequate rental space, then went about acquiring equipment, stock and furniture.
“Yes, there are several drive-through shops in the city that sell coffee but we are different because we are the first dedicated coffee shop, meaning coffee is our first focus, not fried chicken or burgers,” Lee said.
“We travelled a lot and saw a lot in the different cities we visited but it was the idea of a drive-through coffee shop which really got our attention and we were keen to share that with East London.
“We chose to open it in Gonubie because we live in Gonubie and we are keen to see this suburb turn into a town of interest because a lot of international tourists come through here.”
The couple said the name of the business – Coffee Culture – was inspired by the diversity of South Africa. coffee shops are the “order of the
“South Africa has a lot of different cultures and different races and we are all one. That is the sense of community we were keen to bring to this venture.
“We wanted coffee to that brings us explained.
The coffee shop not only sells beverages but a variety of treats – from savoury to sweet – all made by Elzari.
Manned by a staff of two, the coffee shop opens at 6am.
Elzari said: “The response so far has been great. We are definitely hoping to expand in the near future and we hope to create more jobs in the process.” be all the main together,” ingredient Lee..