On this episode of the I Am Salt Lake podcast, Jeramie Velarde and I sat down with our friend Elif Ekin, owner of Kahve Cafe. This marks her third time on the show, and it was a real treat to catch up and hear everything she’s been up to since her last visit.

We talked about the journey of Kahve Cafe, the highs, the lows, and the lessons that Elif has learned along the way. She talked about the challenges she's faced running a small business, especially in today’s climate, and how she’s managed to overcome them with grit and creativity. If you're a fan of great coffee, community, and stories of persistence, this episode is for you.

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