Some of the best conversations happen over a cup of coffee or tea. The environment of a "Learning Cafe" is a powerful setting that facilitates relaxed sharing and connections.
So, at Learning 2011, we are experimenting with constructing a Learning Cafe for part or all of the event. Some of the interesting questions include:
- Is regular coffee or tea from Disney enough?
- Do we need the sound of steamed drinks to add to the cafe feel?
- And, can we get those for a reasonable rate?
- Would people pay a bit extra for a more complicated drink?
- What furniture and ambiance should we create in the cafe?
These are fun Design decisions for us at The MASIE Center. We often find ourselves innovating with Disney on new models that are not on their planning menu. But, they work with us and


