Jake Hinton • January 26, 2026
Cafecito Monday Debuts at Yellow Woman Ranch
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Cafecito Monday brought together longtime friends and new faces on Monday, January 26, at Yellow Woman Ranch in Borrego Springs.
The weekly morning gathering, organized by Rossy Sanchez, owner of Yellow Woman Ranch, was held from 8 to 10 a.m. and introduced guests to traditional Cuban cafecito paired with sweet and savory treats. Attendees relaxed on the ranch grounds, enjoying mountain views and conversation in a welcoming setting.
“Get your Monday espresso fix with a traditional Cuban cafecito,” Sanchez said. “Choose from single shots or share a colada.”
A few visitors noted it was their first time at Yellow Woman Ranch, drawn by the opportunity to experience Cuban coffee culture in a new local space. Cafecito Monday is sponsored by The Arches and is planned as a recurring Monday event at the ranch, located at 302 Palm Canyon Drive. Visit Yellowwomanranch.com for more information.
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