Logan and Taylor Amstey, founders of Love Lamp Matcha in Austin, Texas, join us to share how they turned a simple dream into a thriving business.
After a two-year permitting journey, they opened their unique pottery studio and matcha shop in early 2025 — and within just six weeks, launched a second location. We talk about overcoming red tape, building an authentic community without paid ads, and partnering with creators and city officials to bring their vision to life.
Chapters
- (00:00:10) - Handling The Heat
- (00:01:41) - Sweet Tooth Macaroons and Tacos
- (00:03:06) - The Matcha Drinker
- (00:06:56) - How Matcha Bar Started in Austin
- (00:11:46) - The Two Year Wait for Restaurants in Austin
- (00:13:47) - What Would That Be? Changes to the Permit Process?
- (00:17:10) - How To Start a Mexican Restaurant With Permitting
- (00:18:45) - The New York Matcha Bar
- (00:20:48) - The Secret to Startup Success
- (00:21:35) - Multiple Austin Influencers Collaborate With Love Lamp
- (00:25:57) - Wanderlust Wineco: A Month Later
- (00:31:40) - What do you think is next for Matcha?
- (00:33:16) - Logan and Taylor's Matcha Shop: Starting a Business in
