Pearl Cup in Richardson Now Open  Pearl Cup Pearl Cup Coffee in
Richardson at II Creeks shopping center is now open (2701 Custer
Parkway, Ste. 917). This is the third spot for one of Dallas'
favorite locally owned coffee shops; other locations are the
original at 1900 Henderson Ave. and 750 N. Paul Street downtown.
Tuesday was their first day of business in Richardson and
they're technically in soft-opening mode with a full drink menu
but limited food for the time. In addition to their secret-
recipe signature Pearl latte (a good introduction, if you
haven't met yet), Pearl Cup has garnered a loyal following for
their smooth espressos, drip coffee and fresh pastries from
local bakeries. As for their beans, manager Crystal Johnson said
they're currently using Topeca Coffee out of Tulsa.  "The great
thing about Topeca is that they actually own their own farms in
El Salvador," Johnsons says, "which allows them to control the
entire process of growing and roasting coffee, ensuring that we
get the highest quality