Shari Coia Fulton

Female

Cool, CA

United States

Profile Information:

What is your position in the coffee industry?
barista, manager, coffee shop owner
Where are you located? ( City and Country )
Placerville, CA
How many years have you been in the industry?
4
If you are a barista or shop, are you interested in a barista exchange with another coffee shop/barista?
yes
Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.
My husband Tom and I opened Zia's - an Italian Caffe` and Gelato Bar in historic downtown Placerville, CA - off highway 50 to South Lake Tahoe. We serve amazing traditional Italian roasted coffee from Caffe` D'Arte, and make our own gelato on site - fresh daily. We are Italian to the core, and take pride in sourcing as much as we possibly can locally, from quality, artisan sources.
What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?
Italy primarily, but anywhere! My Dad's parents are from Marche (Ascoli Piceno) and Molise/Abruzzo (Isernia region).
About Me:
My Dad is of Italian heritage, and I lived in Italy from 1984 - 1988 (Vicenza nel Veneto). I speak/read/write Italian! I majored in music and love art too. I have always had a love for tradional Italian culture, including a love for food, wine, family, art and of course, traditional Italian espresso! I sing in an Italian folk singing group, and love jazz too!
About My Company:
Zia's is a traditional Italian Caffe` Bar, serving espresso drinks, gelato, beer/wine and spuntini (snacks!). We are also on Facebook and Myspace! Check out our yelp reviews too!
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?
the passion and enthusiasm of the people in it
Website:
http://www.ziasgelato.com

Comment Wall:

  • Matt Milletto

    Hi Shari, welcome to bX! Was fun meeting you here in Portland this week!

    Jun 21, 2008

  • Adrian Badger

    Great pic on your profile Shari... boy that picture looks familiar! :)

    Jun 22, 2008

  • Pacific Bay Coffee Co. & Micro-Roastery

    Hi Shari,
    Welcome to Barista Exchange! We welcome you to you stop by our cafe, visit our wholesale roastery and training center and cup with us some time!
    Kerry

    Jun 23, 2008

  • The Barista Formerly Known As JavaJ

    Hi Shari, how was Portland?

    Jun 23, 2008

  • The Barista Formerly Known As JavaJ

    Of Course! The more the merrier!

    Jun 23, 2008

  • Paul

    Shari! It was a pleasure meeting you as well. From all of the emails I've been receiving, it sounds like I missed out on the fun stuff. I can't wait to see the pictures from the Latte Art training.

    Jun 23, 2008

  • Adrian Badger

    I'll have to check out JavaJ too. Sounds like a unique cupping/tasting! I can't make it to the Ritual opening as I'll be out boating that weekend. I'm sure I'll be stopping by soon after though.

    Jun 28, 2008

  • Joe Smith

    Hey Shari! Hope all is well in Cool Cali! good luck with your store and keep me updated on where your at.

    Joe

    Jul 2, 2008

  • Mike Spence

    Hi Shari,
    Great talking to you today. I sent the free pass out to you for Coffee Fest. I'm looking forward to seeing you there.
    Mike@SelbySoft.com

    Jul 9, 2008

  • Shari

    I'm from Fremont!! Lived there for 36 years.
    I love your pictures! Looks like you're going to Seattle for Coffee Fest. I'll be there w/hubby and some co-workers.
    My hubby and I were going to open a shop this past year, but decided to stay where I'm at. So, I'm super excited for you to have your own shop!!
    Shari

    Jul 30, 2008

  • Alex

    Hi Shari,
    How are you? Any news with your coffee shop? Hope all is well! :) We are fine! Still in escrow :)

    Jul 31, 2008

  • Louise

    Im a new barista, I work at Starbucks. I also new in barista exchange, i love coffee very much. If u have some knowledge that U want to share. Im willing to listen thx. I want to learn more about coffee, everything. Any suggest where can I get it?

    Aug 28, 2008

  • Beth

    Hi Shari:
    Looks like we're in the same boat together. I'm a mid-lifer, too. My shop will hopefully open in late December/early January. I'll be in Seattle, too. And I'm bringing another female coffeeshop owner with me. Perhaps we need to start a subgroup of Women Owners of Coffeeshops. Heading to the show to make final vendor selections... finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Nice to know others are in the same boat!!!

    Best of luck!

    Sep 1, 2008

  • Beth

    Shari: Can you share with me what espresso machine and grinder you selected?

    Sep 1, 2008

  • Shari

    I especially love www.espressovivace.com It is right down the way from Coffee Fest!
    AND
    http://www.zokacoffee.com/index.php/page/Display/locations
    University Village would be a nice one to visit. Although the Greenlake store is where it all started!

    Sep 1, 2008

  • Shari

    I also love to eat at The Cactus. http://www.cactusrestaurants.com/madison.html

    Sep 1, 2008

  • The Barista Formerly Known As JavaJ

    Hi Shari! How are things coming along? Are you sick of that question yet? You will be!

    Sep 2, 2008

  • Beth

    Thank you soo much for your suggestions... I can't wait to meet you in Seattle next week!

    Sep 3, 2008

  • The Barista Formerly Known As JavaJ

    Not going...have fun! Make sure you have a list of who you want to talk to, you'll run out of time!

    Sep 3, 2008

  • Shari

    I was hoping to run into you @ Coffee Fest. My hubby and I ran into Beth today. Hope you are having a great time.

    Sep 13, 2008

  • Mike Spence

    Hi Shari,

    It was great seeing you at CF!

    Sep 17, 2008

  • Adrian Badger

    Sheri - Good seeing you too. Nice to meet Tom. He seems like a great guy and totally supportive. I hope the new concept works out for you... I would totally drive to Placerville for decent gelato! :)

    Sep 17, 2008

  • Todd Spitzer

    yeah, it was great meeting you and Tom. i'd love to stay in touch.

    Sep 17, 2008

  • Alex

    Shari, it was great seeing you! What a pleasant surprise! We hope to open on Sunday. Come back and see us soon!

    Sep 26, 2008

  • Shari

    Where is your shop at? I'd love to come by when I go visit my family.

    Oct 11, 2008

  • Steve MacDowall

    Hello Sharin, love the photos - greetings from Canada - Steve

    Nov 16, 2008

  • The Barista Formerly Known As JavaJ

    I was totally thinking that too! Is there an ASCII code for a portafilter?

    Nov 16, 2008

  • The Barista Formerly Known As JavaJ

    Update?

    Jan 5, 2009

  • The Barista Formerly Known As JavaJ

    Have fun in Italia! I am so jealous. Where are you going exactly? We can meet you at the Bart, or if you want, maybe for coffee at Ritual?

    Jan 8, 2009