Sharing a Passion

Welcome to Coffe Talk, the official Tinto blog! We’re Sam Goldman and Steven Sarmiento, the founders of Tinto, and we’re excited to share our journey with you. Some weeks, Sam will be writing; other weeks, Steven will—giving you a glimpse into our thoughts, experiences, and passion for coffee.

Our love for coffee brought us here. As supervisors at Parisi Coffee in Overland Park, Kansas, we’ve spent years honing our craft, with over 12 years of combined experience. Coffee isn’t just a drink—it’s a way to bring people together, and that’s the heart of Tinto. Our vision continues to grow, and we’re thrilled to launch our Barista Spotlight, a series celebrating the talented baristas in our community.

We can’t wait to see how this evolves! If you’re interested in Barista Spotlight or want to nominate a barista, reach out. We’re currently accepting nominations from Shawnee, Overland Park, Lenexa, Kansas City (Kansas & Missouri), Gardner, Olathe, Merriam, Mission, Leawood, Prairie Village, and surrounding areas.

- Steven & Sam